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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mr. Hervey invite Dr. X to accompany him the following morning?
(a) To try the wares from a new winery.
(b) To give an opinion of Lady Delacour.
(c) To give an opinion of Belinda.
(d) To share the expense of a coach.

2. What does Sir Phillip have in his hand when he announces to Belinda his intention to marry her?
(a) A ring.
(b) A pendent.
(c) A locket.
(d) A stick.

3. What wakes Belinda the morning after the ball?
(a) A knock at the door.
(b) Dogs barking in the streets.
(c) Church bells.
(d) Lady Delacour's bell.

4. How much is the bet between Lady Delacour and Mr. Hervey regarding hoops?
(a) Fifty guineas.
(b) One hundred fifty guineas.
(c) Fifteen dollars.
(d) Fifteen pounds.

5. What does the note from Lady Delacour say she's taken that assures Belinda she won't cause another scene?
(a) Opium.
(b) Aspirin.
(c) Whiskey
(d) Mint tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Lady Delacour say she won't go to one of the best doctors in the area for her upcoming operation?

2. What does Mr. Hervey say is to be his reward for delivering Belinda's bracelet?

3. When does Lady Delacour say Belinda will be free to have a relationship with Mr. Hervey?

4. Where does Mr. Hervey go with two other men when they leave Lady Delacour's house?

5. What is the advice in the song Dr. X sings just before he prepares to leave for Cambridge?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Lady Delacour say about her conscience with regard to Lawless's death?

2. What does Dr. X tell Belinda about Lady Delacour's disease?

3. Describe how Mr. Hervey learns Helena's true identity, his reaction and how he later apologizes for having spoken out about it.

4. How do Belinda and Mr. Hervey convince Lady Delacour to see Helena?

5. How does Mr. Hervey wind up in the water and how is he rescued?

6. What is Lady Delacour's reaction when Lord Delacour arrives with the livery, and what is his reaction to her statements?

7. What are the arguments presented by Belinda that prompt Lady Delacour to allow a doctor's presence?

8. What does Lady Delacour say about the man she'd loved and the reason for marrying Lord Delacour?

9. Why does Lady Delacour say that Percival's wife spends so much time with Helena?

10. Describe the race between Mr. Hervey and Sir Phillip and what does each say about the outcome?

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