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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Aldred expect to die from in the past?
(a) From the great fires of his life.
(b) From battle.
(c) From a jealous soldier.
(d) From a plane crash.

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

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

4. Who judges Peter Exley to be a poor thing, but still marries him?
(a) Iris.
(b) Norah.
(c) Brenda.
(d) Miss Xavier.

5. Where is Brian Talbot going in six days?
(a) Fighting in Korea.
(b) To Tokyo with Benedict.
(c) Home to Australia.
(d) A new assignment in New Zealand.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who picks Aldred up at the end of his journey to Kure?

2. Who is the Portuguese typist?

3. What does Benedict fear happens when Aldred leaves for Hong Kong?

4. Who's route across China does Aldred hope to mimic?

5. Why does Aldred want Peter to visit him in Japan?

(see the answer key)

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