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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who are the servants at Ralph's house?
(a) Mr. and Mrs. Svenson.
(b) Mr. and Mrs. Gleason.
(c) Mr. and Mrs. Larsen.
(d) Mr. and Mrs. Borg.

3. What does Catherine like about St. Louis?
(a) The scenery.
(b) The cuisine.
(c) The excitement.
(d) The architecture.

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

5. Ralph strives hard to maintain an appearance of ___________________.
(a) Humility.
(b) Compassion.
(c) Piety.
(d) Strength.

Short Answer Questions

1. Catherine recognizes Ralph right away because of his apparent wealth and ___________________.

2. What topic does Catherine research in the library in St. Louis?

3. What color is the small bottle that Catherine pays attention to while unpacking?

4. What does Mr. Larsen do to keep Ralph from falling unconscious again?

5. Mrs. Larsen tells Catherine that if Catherine hurts Ralph, ______________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What tragedy did Ralph suffer twenty years ago and why does he try to maintain his composure at the train station?

2. What were the circumstances in which Emilia left Truitt?

3. How does Mrs. Larsen show Catherine that she will not stand by and let anyone else hurt Truitt?

4. What are some of Truitt's thoughts during his delirium, especially related to his domineering mother and his own youthful thoughts of lust?

5. Describe the carriage accident in which Ralph is hurt.

6. What role does deception play in the relationship between Catherine and Truitt?

7. Why is the author's description of the weather so critical to the book?

8. Who are the two main characters in A RELIABLE WIFE?

9. How is Ralph described by the emotions he wears on his face as well as his obsession with sex?

10. How is the theme of isolation repeated as Catherine takes note of her new surroundings?

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