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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a libertine?
(a) A philanthropist.
(b) A Democrat.
(c) A person without morals.
(d) A criminal.

2. What does Mr. Brook ultimately do with Madame Zilensky?
(a) Promotes her.
(b) Indulges her fantasy world.
(c) Terminates her.
(d) Publicizes her work.

3. What unusual item does Bitsy place in his mouth at the table?
(a) A rose petal.
(b) A napkin.
(c) A pack of matches.
(d) A cigarette butt.

4. How many children does Ferris' fiance have?
(a) 7.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 1.

5. What are Martin's children doing when he arrives home?
(a) Trying to put up Christmas decorations.
(b) Eating lunch.
(c) Napping.
(d) Playing in the sandbox.

6. What is unusual about Madame Zilensky mentioning the King of Finland?
(a) The king is in exile.
(b) The king is a young boy.
(c) The king is dead.
(d) Finland does not have a king.

7. What musical instrument does Elizabeth play?
(a) Cello.
(b) Harp.
(c) Flute.
(d) Piano.

8. How does Martin feel about Emily by the time he goes to bed?
(a) He is calm.
(b) He is angry.
(c) He feels love for her.
(d) He is indifferent.

9. What dominates Madame Zilensky's life?
(a) Music.
(b) Painting.
(c) Theater.
(d) Children.

10. Why can Bitsy not partake in the sumptuous meal?
(a) He has already had dinner.
(b) He was not invited.
(c) He has another obligation.
(d) He must stay very thin.

11. What behavior does Emily exhibit when she is drunk?
(a) An English accent.
(b) Slurred speech.
(c) Obsequious nature.
(d) Combative nature.

12. What is Bitsy Barlow's profession?
(a) Author.
(b) Attorney.
(c) Physician.
(d) Jockey.

13. How many children does Madame Zilensky have?
(a) 1.
(b) 5.
(c) 8.
(d) 3.

14. What is the setting for this story?
(a) A church.
(b) A dining room.
(c) A hotel room.
(d) A train car.

15. By what name was Ferris' father known?
(a) Big Daddy.
(b) Poppa.
(c) Mr. Ferris.
(d) Papa Ferris.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Ferris' fiance?

2. Where does Ferris agree to meet his ex-wife?

3. How can Madame Zilensky's home life be characterized?

4. What had Martin's wife sprinkled on toast instead of cinnamon?

5. Who is Ferris' ex-wife?

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