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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 223 through 273..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Hofmiller is training with his men the morning following his tea with Edith, why does he order them to stop galloping and trot their horses?
(a) He feels ashamed because he and his men can gallop freely while Edith cannot enjoy such pleasures.
(b) He thinks his men aren't skilled enough to gallop.
(c) He wants to make less noise.
(d) The terrain is too hilly for galloping.

2. From whom did Kekesfalva learn to read and write?
(a) An older brother taught him.
(b) He learned at boarding school.
(c) His parents taught him.
(d) He was taught by a rabbi.

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

4. After asking Hofmiller to talk to Dr. Condor about Edith, why does Kekesfalva want to rush back to the house?
(a) Edith has not been feeling well and he doesn't want to leave her alone too long.
(b) He is afraid Edith will be suspicious about what they'd been talking about.
(c) He is expecting other guests and needs to get back in time to greet them.
(d) He doesn't want to be late for dinner.

5. Why was Balinkay at the Excelsior Hotel in Cairo when he met his wife?
(a) He was a guest there.
(b) He owned the hotel.
(c) He was waiting tables there.
(d) He was having a drink at the bar with some friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Edith keep secret pictures of dancers?

2. What does Hofmiller see as the only negative aspect of the time he spends with Kekesfalva and his family?

3. How does Hofmiller feel about the book he is reading?

4. When they talk after Hofmiller returns from his trip with the Kekesfalvas, what does Dr. Condor tell Hofmiller about the new treatment?

5. Dr. Condor says he realizes that Hofmiller lied about the treatment out of what emotion?

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