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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first of Eddie's character flaws to be revealed?
(a) He has frightening mood swings.
(b) He is addicted to gambling.
(c) He is a ladies' man.
(d) He drinks too much.

2. What does Portia ask Matchett in part 1, chapter 6?
(a) What Mrs. Quayne looked like.
(b) Whether Mr. and Mrs. Quayne were happy together.
(c) What the weather was like on the day she was born.
(d) What Thomas was like as a child.

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

4. What is the school Portia attends like?
(a) It is an expensive school for gifted children.
(b) It is a public school, and she is sent there because it is low-cost.
(c) It is an expensive school for girls who are out-of-the-ordinary.
(d) It is a low-cost school for children with learning disabilities.

5. What was Eddie's reaction to the favor that Anna did for him?
(a) He thanked her, and apologized for his recent behavior.
(b) He was ungrateful and callous.
(c) He never knew that it was Anna's doing.
(d) He thanked her, but continued to act oafish around her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Thomas surprised to see his visitor in part 1, chapter 7?

2. To what did Eddie limit his communication with Anna after he began working for Thomas?

3. Who introduced Anna and Eddie?

4. Why does Mrs. Heccomb make Portia nervous?

5. Who told Matchett when Portia was born?

(see the answer key)

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