1. According to the introduction, in what way did Zweig's life mirror that of his main character, Hofmiller?
(a) He was also an army officer.
(b) He named the character after his brother.
(c) He married a very young, very naïve secretary.
(d) They shared similar taste in books.

2. How does Ilona think Hofmiller feels about Edith?
(a) She thinks he pities her.
(b) She thinks he returns her love.
(c) She thinks he doesn't respect her.
(d) She thinks he is only after her money.

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

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

5. Hofmiller realizes that during all his visits to the castle, he has failed to ask what he considers the most natural of questions. What is the question?
(a) How did Kekesfalva become so wealthy?
(b) Why does Ilona live with Kekesfalva and Edith?
(c) Is Edith's condition permanent or is there hope for a cure?
(d) How did Edith become crippled?