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Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of personality did Dietzenhof have?
(a) She was flirtatious.
(b) She was silly and frivolous.
(c) She was timid and meek.
(d) She had a strong, forceful personality.

2. Why does Hofmiller say he joined the military?
(a) He hoped to become a general.
(b) It was his lifelong ambition.
(c) His career was forced on him.
(d) He was drafted.

3. When Edith wants to show Hofmiller what she is capable of, what does she attempt to climb over?
(a) The garden wall.
(b) The stall in a barn.
(c) A balcony.
(d) A large pile of discarded furniture.

4. At what point is Hofmiller comfortable giving his men the orders to resume galloping?
(a) When his commanding officer orders him to do so.
(b) When his men begin to question his decision.
(c) When they are no longer in view of Edith's home and there is no danger of her seeing them.
(d) When he sees another group of soldiers ahead and wants to catch up with them.

5. Why is Hofmiller so confused by the range of emotions Edith and her family brings forth in him?
(a) Edith is the first girl he's fallen in love with.
(b) He is getting conflicting advice from his friends.
(c) Before, he had simply lived for the present day and not been profoundly moved by anything or anyone.
(d) His psychiatrist can find no explanation for the sudden changes in him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dr. Condor tell Hofmiller was his initial opinion about why Hofmiller has become friends with Kekesfalva and his family?

2. What pretense did Kekesfalva use for coming to the house to talk with Dietzenhof?

3. What does Hofmiller say is the most startling thing that happens to him the night of his conversation with Dr. Condor?

4. Why is Hofmiller uncomfortable when he first arrives at the dinner party?

5. How does Ilona think Hofmiller feels about Edith?

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