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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. Where will Portia be staying while Anna and Thomas are away?
(a) In a big city.
(b) At home, with Matchett.
(c) In the countryside.
(d) On the coast.

2. Who wrote the letter stipulating that Portia was to stay with Anna and Thomas?
(a) Irene.
(b) St. Quentin.
(c) Mrs. Quayne.
(d) Mr. Quayne.

3. Why doesn't Portia write anything about her outings with Eddie in her diary?
(a) It is difficult for her to find words to describe him.
(b) She doesn't like to write about her feelings.
(c) She only writes about major events in her diary.
(d) Eddie would not want her to.

4. How did Matchett feel about Mrs. Quayne sending Mr. Quayne away?
(a) Matchett had no feelings either way.
(b) Matchett felt that it was unforgivable.
(c) Matchett sympathized with her employer.
(d) Matchett felt that Mrs. Quayne should have tried to work things out with Mr. Quayne.

5. How long is Portia supposed to stay with Anna and Thomas?
(a) One year.
(b) One month.
(c) Five years.
(d) Six months.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first of Eddie's character flaws to be revealed?

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

3. What relationship exists between Mrs. Heccomb and Daphne?

4. What does Major Brutt say about Portia?

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

(see the answer key)

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