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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Following the revelation of her love for him, what does Edith initially ask Hofmiller to do?
(a) Continue to visit and behave as though nothing has happened.
(b) Stop visiting because she is now too embarrassed to see him.
(c) Marry her as soon as possible.
(d) Whatever it takes to fall in love with her.

2. What is awaiting Hofmiller when he returns to his barracks after his trip with the Kekesfalvas?
(a) An invitation to a wedding.
(b) A visit from his father.
(c) A package from Kekesfalva.
(d) A telegram from Dr. Condor.

3. What happens when Hofmiller is unable to concentrate while he's on duty?
(a) He falls off his horse and is injured.
(b) He is called out for giving incorrect commands and dismissed from the field.
(c) He gets separated from his regiment and becomes lost.
(d) Some of his men are killed in battle.

4. When Hofmiller tells Dr. Condor about Edith's kiss and her letter, why is Condor angry with himself?
(a) He had hoped to win Edith for himself and fears it's too late.
(b) He is afraid Kekesfalva will blame him.
(c) He wishes he had not let Hofmiller in when he came to the door.
(d) He thinks he should have realized Edith was in love with Hofmiller.

5. What does Edith talk about with Hofmiller the morning after his conversation with Dr. Condor?
(a) She says she thinks Dr. Condor's treatment is finally working for her.
(b) She pressures him for more details about the potential cure.
(c) She expresses concern about her father's health.
(d) She asks him if he's in love with her.

6. After his promise to Kekesfalva, what is the family's mood when Hofmiller arrives at the castle?
(a) Everyone is upset because Edith is in an angry mood.
(b) Everyone is upset because they don't think Hofmiller will follow through with his promise.
(c) Everyone else is happy but Edith is solemn and thoughtful.
(d) Everyone is joyous because of Hofmiller's offer to marry Edith when she recovers.

7. How is Edith treated by the villagers during their stop there?
(a) They ignore her and only pay attention to her father.
(b) They make fun of her disability.
(c) They ask her for money.
(d) She is treated like royalty.

8. Who talks Hofmiller out of his plan?
(a) Colonel Bubencic.
(b) Kekesfalva.
(c) Ilona.
(d) Dr. Condor.

9. After leaving the military, what did Balinkay do?
(a) Open a bakery.
(b) Marry a wealthy widow.
(c) Write a novel.
(d) Move to the United States.

10. How does Dr. Condor treat his wife?
(a) With disdain.
(b) With rudeness and impatience.
(c) With tenderness and patience.
(d) He ignores her.

11. Once he is aware of her love for him, what is Edith afraid Hofmiller will do?
(a) Run away with Ilona.
(b) Tell all his friends that she declared her love for him.
(c) Ignore her.
(d) Leave his regiment to avoid seeing her.

12. How does Hofmiller react when Edith tries to walk to him, but falls at his feet?
(a) He calls for the butler to help lift her.
(b) He cringes back in embarrassment.
(c) He calls Dr. Condor to report the incident.
(d) He comes to her aid immediately.

13. What form of transportation do Hofmiller and the Kekesfalvas take on their day trip?
(a) A horse drawn carriage.
(b) A limo.
(c) A train.
(d) A private jet.

14. After Edith is taken away following her fall, what does Hofmiller do?
(a) He goes to her to apologize.
(b) He formally asks Kekesfalva for her hand in marriage.
(c) He asks Ilona for her advice.
(d) He flees from the house.

15. Why does Hofmiller initially believe he'll never have to marry Edith?
(a) He plans to transfer to another regiment without telling the family.
(b) He thinks she'll turn him down if he proposes.
(c) He thinks she'll never recover physically and he'll be released from his promise.
(d) He thinks Kekesfalva is angry with him and won't allow Edith to marry him.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ilona think Hofmiller feels about Edith?

2. The book he is reading prompts Hofmiller to wonder if he is strong enough to do what?

3. What is Balinkay's relationship with Hofmiller's regiment?

4. What kind of deal does Kekesfalva offer Hofmiller?

5. Why was Balinkay at the Excelsior Hotel in Cairo when he met his wife?

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