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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Bernard calls Hannah's first book _________________.
(a) A work of fiction.
(b) A novelette.
(c) A romance novel.
(d) A work of historical value.

2. Why does Bernard think Byron engaged in a duel at Sidley Park?
(a) He has discovered that Byron left England in a hurry.
(b) He has discovered Septimus' letters in The Couch of Eros.
(c) He has discovered that Byron later married Mrs. Chater.
(d) He has discovered Byron's journal from the days he spent at Sidley Park.

3. Chater accuses Septimus of __________________-.
(a) Insulting his wife.
(b) Stealing his wife.
(c) Betraying his wife.
(d) Misleading his wife.

4. At the start of the scene, Bernard is _____________________.
(a) Reading Byron's journal.
(b) Reading Hannah's manuscript.
(c) Reading Lady Croom's letters.
(d) Reading his manuscript.

5. What event is going to occur at Sidley Park?
(a) A charity benefit.
(b) An auction.
(c) A dance for the district.
(d) A birthday party.

Short Answer Questions

1. Chloe asks Hannah ___________________________.

2. What does Hannah discover in the book Bernard has given her?

3. Why does Septimus finally agree to duel with Chater?

4. Why does Gus run out of the room at the end of the scene?

5. Why does Hannah repeatedly raise her hand during Bernard's reading?

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