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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the first chapter, it's revealed that which of these two characters are having an affair?
(a) John Dowell and Leonora Ashburnham.
(b) None of these characters are having an affair.
(c) Florence Dowell and Captain Edward Ashburnham.
(d) Florence Dowell and Leonora Ashburnham.

2. How do the Dowells meet the Ashburnhams for the first time?
(a) They meet while playing tennis at Nauheim.
(b) They meet while relaxing in the bathhouse at Nauheim.
(c) They meet while dining at Nauheim.
(d) They meet on a passenger ship during the Dowells' honeymoon.

3. What is John Dowell's nickname for Captain Edward Ashburnham?
(a) Captain Ed.
(b) Ted.
(c) Teddy.
(d) Ed.

4. John Dowell can only recall one particular dress his wife Florence wore during their stay at Nauheim. What kind of pattern is on this dress?
(a) A floral pattern.
(b) A Hawaiian pattern.
(c) A Chinese pattern.
(d) A polka dot pattern.

5. In the second chapter, what does John Dowell receive from Edward Ashburnham?
(a) A telegraph.
(b) An expensive gift.
(c) An apology.
(d) A letter of condolence.

Short Answer Questions

1. When John Dowell first meets Captain Edward Ashburnham, John finds Edward to be what?

2. What disease causes the death of Florence Dowell's uncle?

3. Who is the narrator of The Good Solider ?

4. Who, according to Leonora Ashburnham, has the upper hand in the Dowell's marriage?

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?

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