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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 113 through 151..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Kekesfalva so abrupt with Dietzenhof when he first arrived at the house?
(a) He didn't respect women in general.
(b) He assumed she was a somewhat dim-witted servant.
(c) She reminded him of his sister, with whom he did not get along.
(d) He was running late and afraid he'd miss his train back to the city.

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 has wanted to meet Dr. Condor for a long time and is happy for this opportunity.
(c) He wants to take advantage of the opportunity to ask Dr. Condor about his own medical complaints.
(d) He hopes to learn more about the doctor's relationship with the family.

3. Why is Edith happy, rather than upset, when a new maid reacts in horror to the fact that she is disabled?
(a) She thinks the maid will wait on her more if she feels sorry for her.
(b) It is an honest, human reaction, as opposed to the coddling she usually receives from others.
(c) Her father wants her to hide her disability, but Edith wants others to know about it.
(d) She finds the maid's reaction funny.

4. Although Hofmiller is torn about whether or not he wants to continue seeing Edith and her family, what precipitates his decision to return to their home?
(a) He makes a date with Ilona and goes to the house to pick her up.
(b) He receives another dinner invitation and is told that the group will include an official from the War Ministry.
(c) He is walking past the house and Kekesfalva sees him and invites him to come in.
(d) His commanding officer orders him to go.

5. How does Dr. Condor respond when Hofmiller asks if Edith's condition is curable?
(a) He tells Hofmiller that Edith's condition is none of his business.
(b) He says he is certain there is no cure.
(c) He says he is certain that a cure exists and he is working on finding it.
(d) He chastises Hofmiller, saying that to believe anyone is incurable is to deny them hope.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much was Dietzenhof's estate actually worth?

2. How does Edith react when she receives Hofmiller's flowers?

3. Why does Hofmiller go to Kekesfalva's home three days before the date of his dinner invitation?

4. After Dietzenhof completed the sale of the property without realizing Kekesfalva was the actual buyer, what caused him to begin to feel guilty about taking advantage of her?

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

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