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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 was the excuse Eddie gave Anna for his behavior toward her?
(a) He was worried about money.
(b) He was still getting over his other love.
(c) He did not bother to explain his actions to her.
(d) He had been drinking too much.

2. How did Major Brutt get to know Robert Pidgeon?
(a) Major Brutt worked for Robert.
(b) Robert and Major Brutt are related.
(c) They were wounded and on leave together.
(d) Robert worked for Major Brutt.

3. How does Major Brutt feel about Anna's marriage to Thomas?
(a) He is glad that Anna married Thomas, because she is financially secure with him.
(b) He does not approve, because he dislikes Thomas.
(c) He is glad that Anna married Thomas, and got away from Robert.
(d) It is shocking to him because he can only remember her as a lover to Robert Pidgeon.

4. What possession of Portia's does Anna find in chapter 1?
(a) Her porcelain doll.
(b) Her diary.
(c) Her jewelry box.
(d) Her viola.

5. When does Matchett come to wish Portia goodnight?
(a) When Matchett is working late.
(b) When the Quaynes are out.
(c) Every night.
(d) When Portia is not feeling well.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. When did Eddie's visits start to become much more regular?

4. Who comes in while Major Brutt and Thomas are talking?

5. Who told Matchett when Portia was born?

(see the answer key)

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