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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 is Hofmiller's first impression of Dr. Condor?
(a) He's amused because the doctor bears a striking resemblance to his commanding officer.
(b) He's more impressed than he anticipated being.
(c) He's intimidated by the doctor's tall, imposing presence.
(d) He's disappointed because the doctor looks and behaves nothing like what he'd pictured.

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

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

4. 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 looking for a replacement for his absent family.
(b) He thought Hofmiller wanted to court and marry Ilona.
(c) He thought Hofmiller was under the impression that Kekesfalva could help him advance in his career.
(d) He thought Hofmiller was after Kekesfalva's money.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Hofmiller so confused by the range of emotions Edith and her family brings forth in him?

2. How did Kekesfalva acquire the first part of his fortune?

3. Princess Orosvar left her entire estate to Fraulein Annette Beate Dietzenhof. What had been their relationship?

4. What did Dietzenhof eventually tell Kekesfalva she wanted to do with her estate?

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

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