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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where does Septimus place his letter after he has read it?
(a) In Thomasina's trainer.
(b) Underneath the table.
(c) In the pages of his copy of The Couch of Eros.
(d) In his pocket.

3. Where does the play take place?
(a) Sydney Park, Australia.
(b) Rosings Park, Derbyshire.
(c) Central Park, New York.
(d) Sidley Park, Derbyshire.

4. What objectionable article does Mrs. Chater wear?
(a) A hoop skirt.
(b) Drawers.
(c) A girdle.
(d) A corset.

5. Septimus describes carnal embrace as _______________________.
(a) Throwing one's arms around a side of beef.
(b) Throwing one's arms around a cow.
(c) Throwing one's arms around an animal.
(d) Throwing one's arms around a lover.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lady Croom forgives Septimus because _____________________.

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

3. What has Valentine's mother loaned Bernard?

4. Why does Thomasina turn to Septimus for answers about sex?

5. What does Bernard suggest is incorrect about Hannah's first book?

(see the answer key)

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