1. In section "III," when Mary looks at the house from across the property, what does she feel about the house?
(a) That it seems to be laughing at her, somehow, almost mockingly.
(b) That it seems to be trying to communicate something urgent to her.
(c) That is is like an evil creature squatting in the landcape.
(d) That it is like a kindly older person that keeps secrets for the good of others.

2. When Mary discards her first two ideas about what is bothering Ned, she comes to a conclusion that upsets her. What is it?
(a) Ned is keeping a secret from her.
(b) Ned is having an affair.
(c) Ned is angry at her.
(d) Ned is probably ill.

3. What does Ned's motive seem to be when he first brings up the subject of whether the house has a ghost?
(a) He thinks that living in a "haunted" house will add to his reputation as a writer.
(b) He is trying to frighten Mary.
(c) He is looking for an excuse to back out of buying the house.
(d) He is joking about how old the house is.

4. In section "II," what question does Mary repeatedly ask Ned that evening in the library?
(a) She asks whether it was a good idea to move into this particular house.
(b) She asks him what secret he is keeping from her.
(c) She asks whether he has given up trying to see the ghost.
(d) She asks whether he is having an affair.

5. On that evening in the library in section "II," what does Mary see has happened when she looks up from preparing the tea?
(a) Ned is staring in horror out the library window.
(b) Ned's face has changed and he looks completely himself again.
(c) Somehow, all of the lamps have been blown out at once.
(d) Trimmle has been standing in the doorway, eavesdropping.