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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Aldred describe Helen at first glance?
(a) As if Benedict is re-created in perfect health.
(b) As a young girl who is older than she looks.
(c) As a radiant version of Mrs. Driscoll.
(d) As quiet and un-endearing.

2. Who is in the photo Aldred stares at for so long in Chapter One?
(a) His uncle.
(b) His army buddy.
(c) His mother.
(d) His father.

3. What is Aldred going to write about in the report?
(a) His need for another assignment.
(b) Ginger's death.
(c) The trip to Kure.
(d) The suicide.

4. How long is it since Leith last sees Aurora?
(a) Two years.
(b) 10 years.
(c) Four years.
(d) Six years.

5. What does Peter Exley's pocket diary say?
(a) "Saint Swithin."
(b) "Peter Exley."
(c) "Saint Aldred."
(d) "Inniskillings."

Short Answer Questions

1. The affair with Aurora ends when Aldred goes to study in what country?

2. How does Aldred describe the photo in Chapter One?

3. What does the American doctor send Benedict?

4. Who is Bertram Perowne?

5. What is Aldred going to do with the information he is collecting daily?

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