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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Anna upset with Portia about in part 1, chapter 2?
(a) Portia's relationship with Thomas.
(b) A letter Anna discovered, written to Portia by Eddie.
(c) The contents of Portia's diary.
(d) The condition of Portia's bedroom.

2. How does Thomas feel about having someone in his study at the end of a day?
(a) He feels somewhat unnerved and violated.
(b) He welcomes the company.
(c) He is furious.
(d) He doesn't mind either way.

3. Where does Thomas work?
(a) A printing company.
(b) A law firm.
(c) An advertising agency.
(d) A railroad station.

4. Why is Anna upset about Portia's distress in part 1, chapter 2?
(a) Anna is angry with Thomas for making Portia upset.
(b) Anna loves Portia, and hates seeing her upset.
(c) Anna feels guilty for causing Portia to be upset.
(d) Anna hates having someone in the house that she must pity, but can't even pretend to love.

5. How does Thomas feel about Anna's idea for an activity?
(a) He wants to do something else.
(b) He wants to be able to choose the activity.
(c) He wants to go with Anna, and not let Portia come.
(d) He just wants to stay at home.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Major Brutt feel about Anna's marriage to Thomas?

2. Why do Anna and Thomas not want any children?

3. What position does Thomas hold at his work?

4. What does Major Brutt say about Portia?

5. What is Portia's last memory of her mother?

(see the answer key)

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