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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Question of Upbringing.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Jenkins' relation to Giles?
(a) Giles is Jenkins' cousin.
(b) Giles is Jenkins' godfather.
(c) Giles is Jenkins' uncle.
(d) Giles is Jenkins' brother.

2. What is Widmerpool doing when Jenkins first encounters him in "A Question of Upbringing"?
(a) Rowing.
(b) Reading.
(c) Running.
(d) Relaxing.

3. What does Giles ask Jenkins to do in Chapter 4 of "A Question of Upbringing"?
(a) Meet him for dinner.
(b) Lend him some money.
(c) Contact his father on Giles' behalf.
(d) Consider transferring to another school.

4. What article of Widmerpool's clothing do fellow students note is unique?
(a) His shorts.
(b) His hat.
(c) His scarf.
(d) His coat.

5. What does Giles do while visiting the dormitory which could get Jenkins in trouble?
(a) Plays loud music.
(b) Lights a cigarette.
(c) Rearranges the furniture.
(d) Brings in alcohol.

Short Answer Questions

1. With which of his schoolmates does Jenkins say he has most in common?

2. How does Jenkins describe Stringham's mother?

3. What is particularly unique about one of Widmerpool's articles of clothing?

4. Where does Templer say he was which caused him to be late in Chapter 1 of "A Question of Upbringing"?

5. What does Jenkins plan in order to impress a girl at La Grenadiere?

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