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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hofmiller think to himself about his decision not to gallop the horses?
(a) He is afraid he'll get into trouble with his superiors for going too slowly.
(b) He realizes that it is foolish to deny oneself a pleasure just because someone else could not enjoy it.
(c) He worries that his men aren't being properly trained.
(d) He feels proud of himself for showing such a degree of respect for Edith.

2. What aspect of Hofmiller's background makes him especially grateful for the warm welcome he continues to receive at the Kekesfalva's home?
(a) He has been raised in an orphanage, so he begins to think of Kekesfalva as a father figure.
(b) He has been brought up in a wealthy home, so he feels comfortable and at ease with the family's wealth.
(c) He has been brought up in military institutions, so he loves the homey feeling of their house and family.
(d) His parents are servants of a wealthy family, so he likes turning the tables by having servants wait on him.

3. What does Dr. Condor tell Hofmiller about the contraptions and treatments he has been providing for Edith?
(a) He confesses that their main purpose is to enable him to continue billing Kekesfalva large sums of money.
(b) He says they have not been helpful, but he continues using them because they give the family hope.
(c) He says they have not helped yet, but he is confident that they will lead to a cure eventually.
(d) He says they are helping Edith make steady progress.

4. In the introduction, Zweig says his depiction of Kekesfalva's early life and the discrimination he felt is based on what?
(a) It is based on the experiences of characters in his favorite novels.
(b) It is based on the experience of Eastern Jews.
(c) It is based on his own experience.
(d) It is based on his parents' experience.

5. What does Kekesfalva tell Hofmiller about Dr. Condor's marriage?
(a) He says the Condors are the happiest couple he knows.
(b) He says Dr. Condor married his wife out of pity because she is blind.
(c) He says Mrs. Condor was dating him first and Dr. Condor stole her away from him.
(d) He says Mrs. Condor is unaware that Dr. Condor is having an affair with his nurse.

6. How did Dietzenhof change after marrying Kekesfalva?
(a) She blossomed and even developed physical beauty.
(b) She became bitter and cruel.
(c) She resented Kekesfalva because he treated her so poorly.
(d) She became resentful about being tricked into sharing her wealth.

7. At what point is Hofmiller comfortable giving his men the orders to resume galloping?
(a) When he sees another group of soldiers ahead and wants to catch up with them.
(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 his commanding officer orders him to do so.

8. 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 shows him more respect than Edith's other doctors do.
(c) Dr. Condor went to the best schools.
(d) They grew up together and have been lifelong friends.

9. What is Hofmiller's first impression of Dr. Condor?
(a) He's intimidated by the doctor's tall, imposing presence.
(b) He's amused because the doctor bears a striking resemblance to his commanding officer.
(c) He's more impressed than he anticipated being.
(d) He's disappointed because the doctor looks and behaves nothing like what he'd pictured.

10. What does Kekesfalva do after getting into his car, as he and Hofmiller are saying goodbye after their conversation about Edith's potential cure?
(a) He invites Hofmiller to accompany him and Edith to France.
(b) He asks Hofmiller to speak with Dr. Condor again and get more information.
(c) He tells Hofmiller he cares for him like a son.
(d) He kisses Hofmiller's hands repeatedly.

11. How did Kekesfalva initially begin to manipulate Dietzenhof in order to gain control of her inheritance?
(a) He talked about the dangers facing a woman living alone.
(b) He talked about how much trouble it was to own property.
(c) He talked about how much better the weather was in the south of France than in Vienna.
(d) He criticized the home's décor.

12. 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) Her father wants her to hide her disability, but Edith wants others to know about it.
(c) She finds the maid's reaction funny.
(d) It is an honest, human reaction, as opposed to the coddling she usually receives from others.

13. During dinner with Hofmiller and Kekesfalva, what does Dr. Condor initially say about Edith's current condition?
(a) He says she's improved remarkably since his last visit.
(b) He says it's clear that she hasn't been doing her exercises as regularly as she should.
(c) He says her exercises are going well, but that her mental state seems different.
(d) He says her leg strength has deteriorated considerably since his last visit.

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

15. How does Hofmiller react when he sees Ilona in the street after taking a night away from the family to play cards with his friends?
(a) He is excited about the opportunity to introduce her to his friends.
(b) He seems embarrassed and tries to avoid her.
(c) He is thrilled to see her on his own turf and asks her to go for a walk or to the patisserie.
(d) He is upset that she has apparently left Edith alone.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Kekesfalva ask Hofmiller to be present when Dr. Condor comes to the castle and speak to him about Edith's condition?

3. Why is Hofmiller so pleased about Kekesfalva's request that he speak to Dr. Condor about Edith?

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

5. Princess Orosvar left her entire estate to Fraulein Annette Beate Dietzenhof. What had been their relationship?

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