1. After they are alone following dinner at the castle, what does Dr. Condor tell Hofmiller he finds frustrating about Kekesfalva?
(a) He doesn't seem to take an interest in Edith's condition.
(b) He doesn't seem to respect Dr. Condor's medical opinions.
(c) When Dr. Condor arrives for appointments, Kekesfalva often isn't there.
(d) He pesters him constantly about Edith, asking the same questions over and over.

2. According to the introduction, in what way did Zweig's life mirror that of his main character, Hofmiller?
(a) He married a very young, very naïve secretary.
(b) He named the character after his brother.
(c) He was also an army officer.
(d) They shared similar taste in books.

3. When Ilona asks Hofmiller why he did not come to the castle, what lie does he tell her?
(a) He says he fell asleep and didn't wake up until it was too late.
(b) He says his parents had arrived unexpectedly for a visit.
(c) He admits that he simply did not want to come.
(d) He says he had to inspect a horse his Colonel wanted to buy.

4. What does Kekesfalva tell Hofmiller about Dr. Condor's marriage?
(a) He says Mrs. Condor is unaware that Dr. Condor is having an affair with his nurse.
(b) He says Dr. Condor married his wife out of pity because she is blind.
(c) He says Mrs. Condor was dating him first and Dr. Condor stole her away from him.
(d) He says the Condors are the happiest couple he knows.

5. What disability does Dr. Condor's wife have?
(a) She is deaf.
(b) She has lost her left arm.
(c) She is unable to speak.
(d) She is blind.