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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what town does Ashenden grow up?
(a) Breckwhich.
(b) Blackstable.
(c) Standis.
(d) Kent.

2. What mystifies the young William about Rosie after he hears her history?
(a) That Ted would marry her.
(b) That she is still light hearted.
(c) That she has never had a baby.
(d) That his uncle would forbid his associating with her.

3. How does Ted characterize William as a youth?
(a) Outgoing.
(b) Arrogant.
(c) Intellectual.
(d) Shy.

4. With whom has Kear just spent a weekend?
(a) The publisher of a very prestigious house that wants Kear to collaborate with Ashenden.
(b) A friend in high places politically.
(c) Kear's sister.
(d) Driffield's widow.

5. Why is the man called Lord George so named?
(a) Because he looks a lot like King George.
(b) No reason is given.
(c) Because he carries on with grand manners.
(d) Because that is his official title.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who can Ashenden's aunt not abide?

2. How does Ashenden characterize Kear's early novels?

3. At what age is Ashenden when he first meets Driffield?

4. What is Driffield awarded at a birthday celebration?

5. Where did William once meet Amy?

(see the answer key)

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