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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color dress does Florence order?
(a) White.
(b) Blue.
(c) Yellow.
(d) Red.

2. Where does Hardborough's upper class go for cultural events?
(a) London.
(b) Suffolk.
(c) Paris.
(d) Nearby towns.

3. At the end of Chapter 3, which of the following describes Florence's attitude towards the Old House?
(a) She realizes that it is not suitable for her bookshop.
(b) She is resolved to remain at the Old House.
(c) She is frightened and regrets the purchase.
(d) She is selling the property as soon as possible.

4. In what decade does the story begin?
(a) 1980s.
(b) 1940s.
(c) 1950s.
(d) 1970s.

5. Who is Ivy Welford?
(a) A traveling book salesman.
(b) A regular book shop customer.
(c) The bookkeeper.
(d) The store manager.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which two modern products were among those mentioned in Chapter 3?

2. Who wants to use the Old House as an arts center?

3. Who strengthens Florence resolve to buy the Old House?

4. What is one drawback to the lending library?

5. Who does Florence visit after learning about Mrs. Gamart's intentions?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Florence intend to use the oyster shed? Why is this an unwise decision?

2. At the gathering, Is Lord Gosfield vocal about his support for Violet Gamart? Give appropriate details to support your answer.

3. Briefly describe Christine Gipping.

4. What happens during "ten minutes on a Tuesday morning the the end of March?"

5. Why is this meal appropriate for a resident of Hardborough?

6. Why are the books arranged to the front of the shelves?

7. The heron and the eel are in a struggle for survival in mid-air. How does this struggle relate to Florence Green's inner conflict?

8. Florence Green is facing a major decision about using her inheritance to open the bookshop. What factors must she consider before she decides the action she should take?

9. Why are the guests not expressing their true feelings about an arts centre to Mrs. Gamart?

10. How does Mrs. Gamart try to persuade Florence to rethink her decision to establish the shop?

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