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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Esmond work after returning to London from France?
(a) A bank.
(b) A post office.
(c) A newspaper.
(d) An advertising agency.

2. What caused Jessica to have a fistfight with one of her sisters while on the cruise holiday?
(a) A pair of shoes.
(b) A boy.
(c) A political pamphlet.
(d) A swastika pin.

3. What did Esmond and Jessica collect in preparation for moving to America?
(a) Savings bonds.
(b) Books to read on the journey.
(c) Letters of introduction.
(d) Jewelry to pawn.

4. After returning to London, how did Esmond try to earn extra money?
(a) By gambling.
(b) By selling his paintings.
(c) By selling articles to publications.
(d) By investing in property.

5. Why did the Mitfords not immediately approve of Bryan Guinness?
(a) He was a known playboy.
(b) He had no means of making a living.
(c) His political views differed from the Mitford family's.
(d) His fortune came from trade.

Short Answer Questions

1. After being cut off by her family, what job did Jessica do to earn money?

2. Which of the following was in the Mitford home?

3. What was the name of the Mitford son?

4. How much did Jessica receive from her trust fund when she turned 21?

5. How long did it take for Esmond and Jessica to lose all their money gambling?

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