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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When John Dowell's wife passes away, what does he want to do with the money he inherits from her estate?
(a) He can't decide what to do with the inheritance.
(b) He wants to donate the money to charity.
(c) He does not want the inheritance.
(d) He wants to buy an estate.

2. What is the first name of Florence's uncle?
(a) Edward.
(b) John.
(c) Philip.
(d) William.

3. In Chapter 5 it's revealed that Captain Edward Ashburnham had resigned from his military commission. For what reason does he resign?
(a) He resigned in order to escape a young matron who was in love with him.
(b) He resigned in order to restore the honor of a young matron with whom he had an affair.
(c) He resigned because he was accused of harassing a young matron.
(d) He resigned in order to follow and court a young matron.

4. In what room of the castle does Florence Dowell touch Captain Edward Ashburnham?
(a) The room in which Martin Luther ate.
(b) The room in which Martin Luther composed his writings.
(c) The room in which Martin Luther died.
(d) The room in which Martin Luther slept.

5. How does Maisie Maidan die?
(a) She dies from childbirth.
(b) She was murdered.
(c) She dies from heart failure.
(d) She committed suicide.

Short Answer Questions

1. After looking back on all the events that occurred during his marriage, how does John Dowell feel about his wife Florence?

2. In the second chapter, it's revealed that John and Florence Dowell spend twelve years of their marriage doing what?

3. Which best describes Florence Dowell's social views and behavior?

4. Which words best describe the character of Florence Dowell's uncle?

5. John Dowell can only recall one particular dress his wife Florence wore during their stay at Nauheim. What kind of material is this dress made out of?

(see the answer key)

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