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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. According to the book's introduction by Joan Acocella, why was the author, Stefan Zweig, so interested in the inner workings of the human mind?
(a) He read a great deal about psychology.
(b) His father was a psychiatrist.
(c) He was trained as a psychiatrist.
(d) He was a friend of Sigmund Freud.

2. What is Hofmiller most afraid of when he realizes his blunder in asking Edith to dance?
(a) He is afraid he will be demoted by his commanding officer.
(b) He is afraid he won't be invited to future parties.
(c) He is afraid people will laugh at his dancing.
(d) He is afraid of what others will think of him when they realize what happened.

3. Why does Edith not dance with Hofmiller?
(a) She is too shy.
(b) Her father doesn't allow her to dance.
(c) Her boyfriend doesn't want her to dance with another man.
(d) She is disabled and can't use her legs.

4. What does Hofmiller do after Kekesfalva apologizes for Edith's behavior?
(a) He expresses his interest in dating Edith.
(b) He tries to change the subject.
(c) He takes the old man's hand and tries to comfort him.
(d) He says there is no excuse for such rudeness, despite her disability.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when Hofmiller arrives at the castle to thank Kekesfalva for the dinner invitation?

2. Why does Kekesfalva like Dr. Condor so much?

3. How does Ilona initially react to seeing Hofmiller in the street after he does not appear for dinner as has become his custom?

4. How does Hofmiller fill about Edith and Ilona after spending a few evenings in their company?

5. What does his decision to trot instead of gallop make Hofmiller realize about himself?

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