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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 76 through 112..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when Hofmiller arrives at the castle to thank Kekesfalva for the dinner invitation?
(a) The family is not at home.
(b) The family is offended and rescinds his dinner invitation.
(c) Kekesfalva invites him to stay for tea.
(d) He is turned away because he doesn't have an appointment.

2. How does Edith find out that Hofmiller had been playing cards rather than inspecting a horse when he failed to show up at the castle?
(a) She sends her chauffeur to find out where he is.
(b) Her father calls his barracks and someone tells him where Hofmiller is.
(c) Hofmiller admits it to her.
(d) She asks his commanding officer and he tells her the truth.

3. Why is Hofmiller uncomfortable when he first arrives at the dinner party?
(a) He arrives an hour early.
(b) He arrives late and doesn't know any of the other guests.
(c) He doesn't like the food that is being served.
(d) He is dressed inappropriately.

4. At what point is Hofmiller comfortable giving his men the orders to resume galloping?
(a) When he sees another group of soldiers ahead and wants to catch up with them.
(b) When his commanding officer orders him to do so.
(c) When his men begin to question his decision.
(d) When they are no longer in view of Edith's home and there is no danger of her seeing them.

5. How does Hofmiller perceive Edith after their first two meetings?
(a) He thinks she's the most beautiful woman he's ever seen.
(b) He finds her dull and boring.
(c) He is immediately attracted to her and wants to court her.
(d) He sees her as an invalid who needs to be comforted and protected.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Kekesfalva initially begin to manipulate Dietzenhof in order to gain control of her inheritance?

2. What aspect of Hofmiller's background makes him especially grateful for the warm welcome he continues to receive at the Kekesfalva's home?

3. Why does Hofmiller try to keep his two worlds - his life in the military and his relationship with the Kekesfalva family - separate from each other?

4. Why does Edith not dance with Hofmiller?

5. What does Hofmiller think to himself about his decision not to gallop the horses?

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