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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many strokes of nettles does it take for Briony to be free of her show-off years and reliance on her mother's good opinion?
(a) 13
(b) 12
(c) 10
(d) 5

2. What does Briony think she should have done for her brother?
(a) Written a poem
(b) Made him a medal
(c) Nothing
(d) Written a story

3. What play does the answer to #54 talk about with Lola?
(a) Arabella
(b) Romeo and Juliet
(c) Macbeth
(d) Hamlet

4. At what age does Briony write her first short story, allowing for the beginning of her life's writing escapades?
(a) 13
(b) 12
(c) 11
(d) 10

5. What is the color of the dress Cecilia finally chooses to wear to dinner?
(a) Green
(b) Pink
(c) Black
(d) Blue

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the older sister of Emily that she describes as precocious and scheming?

2. When did Emily's illnesses and her stillness begin in her life?

3. What is it that Cecilia feels satisfied that is undetectable?

4. According to Emily, ________ paying for Robbie's education is unfair to Leon and the girls.

5. What are moths actually looking for, instead of the light, according to Emily's recollection of her education?

(see the answer key)

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