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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Portia's mother think about Anna?
(a) That she didn't know her well enough to judge her.
(b) That she was stuck up, and probably laughed at the way Portia's family lived.
(c) That she was a sweet girl, and she wished she had gotten to know her better.
(d) That she loved her like her own daughter.

2. What advice does Matchett give Portia about Eddie?
(a) She tells Portia that Eddie is not good for her, and that she should stay away from him.
(b) Matchett doesn't know about Portia's relationship with Eddie.
(c) She says that Portia should date Eddie if she wants, but that she should be careful.
(d) She says that as long as Portia is happy, that's what matters.

3. What film are Anna, Thomas, and Portia watching in part 1, chapter 3?
(a) News reels.
(b) A silent movie.
(c) A Three Stooges film.
(d) A Marx Brothers film.

4. What does Portia ask Daphne while they are walking in chapter 4?
(a) How many boyfriends she has had.
(b) If Portia can come live with them permanently.
(c) If she might have a friend come and stay for the weekend.
(d) Whether it is a good idea for her to date Eddie.

5. What are Eddie and Portia doing in the beginning of part 1, chapter 8?
(a) Having tea.
(b) Going to the movie theater.
(c) Walking in the park.
(d) Walking home from Portia's school.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of attraction does Eddie deny exists between himself and Portia?

2. What does Daphne want to know about Portia?

3. What is the problem with Anna, according to Eddie?

4. What did Mr. Bursely call Portia?

5. Who is to be Portia's date for Daphne's dance party?

(see the answer key)

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