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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 (sections i-v).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What two things does the author state he has changed in the book?
(a) The chronological settings and names
(b) Conversations and cities
(c) Cities and the age of characters
(d) Names and conversations

2. Why does Maugham state it is difficult to write about people from another country?
(a) They rarely give accurate information.
(b) A foreigner always compares it to his own country.
(c) They cannot speak English.
(d) A foreigner can never understand them.

3. For how long does Larry want to go to Paris?
(a) Six months
(b) Four years
(c) One year
(d) Two years

4. What is the first name of Gray's father?
(a) Davis
(b) Henry
(c) Paul
(d) Leonard

5. What do the characters think has changed Larry?
(a) University
(b) His job
(c) Marriage
(d) The war

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author admit is part of his problem in writing the novel?

2. Which of the following characters is a renowned decorator?

3. Why does Elliott arrange for Larry to sit next to the Parisian woman?

4. What does the author initially state he has not done?

5. In what month does this chapter take place?

(see the answer key)

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