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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the proof that Byron was at Sidley Park in 1809?
(a) The proof is in the letter Hannah finds.
(b) the prrof is in Lady Croom's journal.
(c) The proof is in Bernard's book on Byron.
(d) The proof is in a game book that records him shooting a hare.

2. What sound accompanies the dialogue in parts of the scene?
(a) Guitar music.
(b) Cello music.
(c) Violin music.
(d) Piano music.

3. What has Valentine's mother loaned Bernard?
(a) Her bicycle
(b) Her notes on gardening
(c) Her car
(d) Her first edition of The Couch of Eros

4. What false last name does Chloe give Bernard?
(a) Pigeon.
(b) Nightingale.
(c) Peacock.
(d) Lark.

5. What mathematical advantage does Valentine have over Thomasina?
(a) He is measuring something phyisical rather than emotional
(b) He is more skilled at mathematics
(c) He can use a computer to compute his equations
(d) His equations are accurate

Short Answer Questions

1. What philosophical concepts do Septimus and Thomasina discuss in the scene?

2. Who enters the scene uninvited?

3. Thomasina is also upset over _________________________.

4. Septimus describes carnal embrace as _______________________.

5. Why does Valentine suggest Bernard did not receive a reply to his letter from Lord Croom?

(see the answer key)

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