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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 182 through 223..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kekesfalva like Dr. Condor so much?
(a) They grew up together and have been lifelong friends.
(b) Dr. Condor went to the best schools.
(c) Dr. Condor shows him more respect than Edith's other doctors do.
(d) He is the only doctor who has remained optimistic about Edith's chances for improving her condition.

2. What surprising thing does Edith do as Hofmiller is about to leave her room?
(a) She kisses him passionately.
(b) She tells him she is not optimistic about the treatment.
(c) She turns away when he tries to kiss her.
(d) She offers him money to accompany her on her trip.

3. How does Hofmiller feel about the book he is reading?
(a) It gives him nightmares.
(b) He wants to turn it into a play.
(c) It causes him to consider writing a book about his own life.
(d) He sees similarities to his own situation.

4. Why does Ilona tell Hofmiller he needs to be nice to Edith?
(a) They have to appease her to keep her from having more outbursts.
(b) She doesn't have long to live.
(c) He will miss her while she's away at the sanitarium.
(d) She always hates herself after she throws a tantrum.

5. What aspect of Hofmiller's background makes him especially grateful for the warm welcome he continues to receive at the Kekesfalva's home?
(a) His parents are servants of a wealthy family, so he likes turning the tables by having servants wait on him.
(b) He has been raised in an orphanage, so he begins to think of Kekesfalva as a father figure.
(c) He has been brought up in a wealthy home, so he feels comfortable and at ease with the family's wealth.
(d) He has been brought up in military institutions, so he loves the homey feeling of their house and family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Following the revelation of her love for him, what does Edith initially ask Hofmiller to do?

2. What did Kekesfalva do to ensure his plan to buy Dietzenhof's estate would move forward?

3. What does Hofmiller see as the only negative aspect of the time he spends with Kekesfalva and his family?

4. What does Kekesfalva do after getting into his car, as he and Hofmiller are saying goodbye after their conversation about Edith's potential cure?

5. What is Balinkay's relationship with Hofmiller's regiment?

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