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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does Ralph NOT speak of in his delirious state?
(a) His brother.
(b) His mother.
(c) His first wife.
(d) His father.

2. Why is Ralph surprised by Catherine's appearance?
(a) She is pregnant.
(b) She is not the woman in the photo she had sent him.
(c) She is much taller than he expected.
(d) She has red hair.

3. How old was Emilia when Ralph met her?
(a) 21.
(b) 16.
(c) 19.
(d) 24.

4. Why does Ralph decide to continue with plans to marry Catherine?
(a) He thinks she is beautiful.
(b) She saved his life.
(c) She intrigues him.
(d) He is too lonesome and desperate.

5. What does Catherine do on New Year's Day?
(a) Boards a train to St. Louis.
(b) Sleeps until noon.
(c) Hosts a brunch.
(d) Polishes the silver.

6. What does Antonio do after he eats his meal?
(a) He plays piano.
(b) He reads a book.
(c) He smokes a cigar.
(d) He drinks some brandy.

7. Who tends to Ralph during his illness?
(a) Catherine and the doctor.
(b) The doctor.
(c) Catherine and Mrs. Larsen.
(d) Mr. and Mrs. Larsen.

8. Antonio says his true family is in what type of business?
(a) Construction.
(b) Shipping.
(c) Restaurant.
(d) Floral.

9. What bothers Catherine about her plan to get rid of Ralph now?
(a) She could not bear being imprisoned if caught.
(b) It will be more difficult if there is a son in the picture.
(c) Her conscience is starting to bother her.
(d) She has fallen in love with him.

10. Catherine recognizes Ralph right away because of his apparent wealth and ___________________.
(a) Loneliness.
(b) Fear.
(c) Arrogance.
(d) Humility.

11. What question does Antonio ask Catherine when he stops at her table?
(a) If she is in mourning.
(b) If she will have dinner with him.
(c) If she liked his music.
(d) If she would go to the opera with him.

12. Catherine fabricates a story about her father being a/an _____________________.
(a) Missionary.
(b) Sculptor.
(c) Professor.
(d) Attorney.

13. Where are Ralph and Catherine married?
(a) At Ralph's house.
(b) At the courthouse.
(c) In a church.
(d) In a meadow.

14. What does Antonio say is his mother's name?
(a) Sophia.
(b) Maria.
(c) Isabella.
(d) Angelina.

15. What does Ralph tell Catherine before he collapses in the carriage?
(a) He is thankful she is with him.
(b) The doctor has an office in town.
(c) The horses know the way home.
(d) He is sorry for upsetting her.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Catherine learn how to make poison?

2. Where does the carriage end up as Catherine tries to rein in the horses?

3. Who was Ralph's brother?

4. What does Catherine notice as she and Ralph drive toward his house?

5. Catherine notes that there are no _________________ in Ralph's house.

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