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

2. 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) He pesters him constantly about Edith, asking the same questions over and over.
(d) When Dr. Condor arrives for appointments, Kekesfalva often isn't there.

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

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

5. When Hofmiller imagines Edith cured of her disability, what does he picture her doing?
(a) Walking down the aisle at her wedding.
(b) Galloping on horseback and greeting him at the door when he arrives to visit.
(c) Running happily through fields of flowers.
(d) Dancing and going for long walks beside the river.

Short Answer Questions

1. While riding a train one night, Kekesfalva overheard a conversation about Princess Orosvar. What had her lifestyle been like during the last years of her life?

2. How did Kekesfalva initially begin to manipulate Dietzenhof in order to gain control of her inheritance?

3. How does Dr. Condor respond when Hofmiller asks if Edith's condition is curable?

4. During dinner with Hofmiller and Kekesfalva, what does Dr. Condor initially say about Edith's current condition?

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

(see the answer key)

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