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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Dolly tells Frank her mother sent the children back for what reason?
(a) She had run out of funds.
(b) They were not a comfort to her.
(c) She was ill.
(d) She did not have sufficient funds to support them.

2. In Chapter 7, what does Frank finally recognize regarding Nellie?
(a) Her absence might be longer than he thought.
(b) She is likely never coming back.
(c) She will likely be back when she runs out of money.
(d) She will likely return when she tires of her brother.

3. When did Frank's father start his machinery sales business?
(a) 1885.
(b) 1870.
(c) 1880.
(d) 1875.

4. In an effort to ingratiate himself with neighboring businesses, Frank arranges to pay for what?
(a) Garbage disposal for the whole block.
(b) Clearing of snow for the entire block.
(c) A night watchman for the whole block.
(d) Fire service for the whole block.

5. In the novel's opening paragraph, Nellie has taken her three children and left, presumably for where?
(a) France.
(b) Germany.
(c) America.
(d) England.

Short Answer Questions

1. Bert informs Frank he recently hires an accountant who is also what?

2. The Reid family home in Russia burns down how far in the riots?

3. Dunyasha, whose job is to watch the children, asks what of Frank when he does return home?

4. Mrs. Graham tells Frank she would never suggest Miss Kinsman as a governess as she knows what?

5. Where does Frank work in Frankfurt, Germany?

(see the answer key)

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