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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. Why does Edith keep secret pictures of dancers?
(a) Her father doesn't approve of the pictures, so she keeps them hidden.
(b) She hopes to become an artist.
(c) She sells them to make extra money.
(d) She loved dancing before her accident.

2. What does Dr. Condor tell Hofmiller was his initial opinion about why Hofmiller has become friends with Kekesfalva and his family?
(a) He thought Hofmiller was under the impression that Kekesfalva could help him advance in his career.
(b) He thought Hofmiller was looking for a replacement for his absent family.
(c) He thought Hofmiller was after Kekesfalva's money.
(d) He thought Hofmiller wanted to court and marry Ilona.

3. Why is Hofmiller so confused by the range of emotions Edith and her family brings forth in him?
(a) His psychiatrist can find no explanation for the sudden changes in him.
(b) Edith is the first girl he's fallen in love with.
(c) Before, he had simply lived for the present day and not been profoundly moved by anything or anyone.
(d) He is getting conflicting advice from his friends.

4. Why is Hofmiller so pleased about Kekesfalva's request that he speak to Dr. Condor about Edith?
(a) He hopes to learn more about the doctor's relationship with the family.
(b) He wants to take advantage of the opportunity to ask Dr. Condor about his own medical complaints.
(c) It shows that Kekesfalva has faith in him.
(d) He has wanted to meet Dr. Condor for a long time and is happy for this opportunity.

5. How does Hofmiller react when he sees Ilona in the street after taking a night away from the family to play cards with his friends?
(a) He is thrilled to see her on his own turf and asks her to go for a walk or to the patisserie.
(b) He is upset that she has apparently left Edith alone.
(c) He seems embarrassed and tries to avoid her.
(d) He is excited about the opportunity to introduce her to his friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hofmiller hesitate when Kekesfalva insists that his driver take Hofmiller home on a rainy night?

2. What did Orosvar's relatives promise Dietzenhof to get her to sign everything except the Kekesfalva estate over to them?

3. Hofmiller realizes that during all his visits to the castle, he has failed to ask what he considers the most natural of questions. What is the question?

4. The night after his friends tease him about his relationship with Kekesfalva and his family, Hofmiller does not go to the castle. How does he feel about his decision to stay away?

5. How does Hofmiller perceive Edith after their first two meetings?

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