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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the problem with Anna, according to Eddie?
(a) She thinks she is better than everyone around her is.
(b) She likes nothing better than to make a joke of another person.
(c) She is nosy, and always trying to get involved in others' affairs.
(d) She is not very intelligent, but she believes she is.

2. What did Portia's father say about Thomas and Anna's home?
(a) That he had never seen it, but imagined it was regal and gorgeous.
(b) That he had seen it, and thought it was beautiful.
(c) That he had seen it, but wasn't that impressed.
(d) That he hadn't seen it, but didn't imagine that it was very nice.

3. How old is Portia?
(a) Sixteen.
(b) Eighteen.
(c) Fourteen.
(d) Twelve.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Anna invite Major Brutt back to her home?

2. What is Dickie doing when Portia meets him?

3. How old was Anna when she married Thomas?

4. What does Eddie say to Portia about Anna?

5. What does Thomas notice about Portia and Eddie the first time he sees them together?

Short Essay Questions

1. On what nights does Matchett say goodnight to Portia?

2. Why is Mrs. Heccomb looking forward to Eddie's visit?

3. Why does Mr. Bursely make Portia so uncomfortable at the party?

4. Why is Anna avoiding going home?

5. How was Portia conceived?

6. How does Thomas react to Portia visiting him in his study?

7. How does Major Brutt feel about Anna and Thomas's marriage?

8. What does Portia tell Major Brutt about Anna and Thomas?

9. What happens when Portia comes home early unexpectedly?

10. What is Anna's relationship with Major Brutt?

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