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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book VII, The Mother and the Son.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Hans have a drawing of Rex with him when he visits Daniel?
(a) Because he bought it at a bazaar.
(b) Because he drew it.
(c) Because he found it on the front step when he came to visit.
(d) Because he is trying to find the man in the picture.

2. Why does Gwendolyn end up dancing with Grandcourt at the ball?
(a) Because he offers to wrap up her ankle so that she can dance at least once.
(b) Because the person she was supposed to dance with disappears.
(c) Because her mother makes her.
(d) Because he has finally won her affection.

3. How do Reverend and Mrs. Gascoigne react to Gwendolyn when they learn of her engagement to Grandcourt?
(a) They congratulate her.
(b) They are not sure what to think.
(c) They are horribly embarrassed.
(d) They are furiously angry.

4. From whom does Grandcourt learn where Gwendolyn has actually traveled?
(a) Gwendolyn herself (in a letter).
(b) Sir Hugo Mallinger.
(c) Daniel Deronda.
(d) Lydia Glasher.

5. What personal items does Gwendolyn give to her mother so that she can sell them and earn extra money?
(a) Her musical instruments.
(b) Her jewelry.
(c) Her fancy dresses.
(d) Her paintings.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Herr tell Gwendolyn that she cannot count on Catherine as a patron?

2. What is the dance that Gwendolyn states that she will not dance at the ball soon after she meets Grandcourt?

3. What item greatly upsets Gwendolyn at her first dinner at home with her new husband?

4. Where does Herr Klesmer first hear Mirah sing?

5. How many of Mordecai's siblings died when they were younger?

(see the answer key)

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