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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What gift does Macon bring for Muriel's parents?
(a) An apple pie.
(b) A box of chocolates.
(c) Cranberry liqueur.
(d) A bottle of Pinot Gris.

2. When Macon leaves Baltimore, the city is covered in ice. What is the weather like when Macon returns home ?
(a) Like the middle of winter.
(b) Like the end of fall.
(c) Like the start of summer.
(d) Like the beginning of spring.

3. Why does Julian ask Macon for advice regarding his marriage to Rose?
(a) Julian wants to know why Rose doesn't want to have children.
(b) Julian wants to know why Rose moved back in with her brothers.
(c) Julian wants to know why Rose doesn't want to move to San Diego.
(d) Julian wants to know why Rose is angry with him after Christmas.

4. Who does Rose summon to go to Paris?
(a) Sarah.
(b) Julian.
(c) Muriel.
(d) Charles.

5. What does Charles tell Macon regarding his relationship with Muriel?
(a) That everyone approves of Muriel, who is generous and kind, and has trained Edward well.
(b) That everyone disapproves of Muriel, who is a snob, and treats Macon poorly.
(c) That everyone approves of Muriel, who is sweet and funny, and has made Macon happy.
(d) That everyone disapproves of Muriel, who is tacky and inappropriate, and just looking for a meal ticket.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Macon stop on his walk with Edward?

2. Why does Muriel leave messages for Macon all over the house?

3. What is Muriel's response to Macon's note?

4. Who first greets Macon, Muriel, and Alexander when they arrive for Christmas?

5. After the storm, what does Macon discover when he goes to his house?

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