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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1: Chapters 10-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although Stephen professes to hate her studies, she reveals to her instructors an exceptional talent in which field?
(a) Writing.
(b) Mathematics.
(c) Astronomy.
(d) Philosophy.

2. Sir Phillip desires Stephen attend which university?
(a) St. Andrews.
(b) Cambridge.
(c) Oxford.
(d) Edinburgh.

3. Sir Phillip's wish that Stephen succeeds academically can be explained by his concern of what?
(a) Stephen fails as an athlete, she must find her talent elsewhere.
(b) Stephen will never find a husband to care for her.
(c) Stephen should take any opportunity he never had at her age.
(d) Stephen must be financially stable.

4. Where does Stephen first meet Martin Hallam?
(a) At a Christmas Eve party.
(b) At a New Years Eve party.
(c) On a hunting expedtion.
(d) At the marketplace.

5. What action does Lady Anna take after noticing her daughter's behavior towards the housemaid, Collins?
(a) Lovingly embraces Stephen.
(b) Ignores the behavior and goes about her day.
(c) Takes Stephen shopping.
(d) Slaps Stephen across the face.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the marital tension between Lady Anna and Sir Phillip worsens, what key piece information is left out in their arguments?

2. How many children do Sir Phillip and Lady Anna ultimately have together?

3. At the time of Stephen's birth, how long had Sir Phillip and Lady Anna been married?

4. What was the result of Lady Anna's feeling of exclusion in her marriage with Sir Phillip?

5. What does Sir Phillip hope to say to his wife after his accident?

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