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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 34 through 76..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ilona initially react to seeing Hofmiller in the street after he does not appear for dinner as has become his custom?
(a) She ignores him and begins to flirt with his friends.
(b) She says she's in a hurry and tries to rush away from him.
(c) She asks him to take her out for a drink.
(d) She is delighted to see him and greets him warmly and affectionately.

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

3. Hofmiller shows his friends a gift that Kekesfalva gave him. What is the item?
(a) A gold cigarette case.
(b) An expensive first-edition book.
(c) A gold pen.
(d) A silver flask.

4. What does Hofmiller do when he arrives at the castle and finds Edith sleeping on the terrace?
(a) He sits down to read a book until she wakes up.
(b) He wakes her to explain his absence the previous night.
(c) He goes quietly into the house so he won't wake her.
(d) He takes the opportunity to look at her more carefully and feels an overwhelming rush of pity for her.

5. How does Hofmiller fill about Edith and Ilona after spending a few evenings in their company?
(a) He is in love with Ilona.
(b) He cares for them as if they are his sisters.
(c) He is in love with Edith.
(d) He admires Kekesfalva, but doesn't like either of the women.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hofmiller do after Kekesfalva apologizes for Edith's behavior?

2. After angrily confronting Hofmiller about lying to her, what does Edith tell him about continuing to visit the family?

3. When Hofmiller is training with his men the morning following his tea with Edith, why does he order them to stop galloping and trot their horses?

4. 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?

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

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