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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what time does the novel begin?
(a) 1970s.
(b) 1890s.
(c) 1930s.
(d) 1830s.

2. What did Mrs. Quayne do when she received the news that Portia had been born?
(a) Shut herself in her room for the rest of the day.
(b) Played the piano until dinner.
(c) Went out to lunch and didn't come back until late.
(d) Mrs. Quayne never received the news of Portia's birth.

3. What is Dickie doing when Portia meets him?
(a) Coming home from work.
(b) Eating dinner.
(c) Doing yard work.
(d) Getting ready for work.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What relation is Anna to Thomas?

2. In what city is the novel set?

3. What does Major Brutt accept from Thomas?

4. What did Portia's mother think about Anna?

5. What film are Anna, Thomas, and Portia watching in part 1, chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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