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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Cressida's third marriage fail?
(a) Lack of passion.
(b) Infidelity.
(c) Boredom.
(d) The reason is not revealed in Part 2.

2. What is the narrator's relationship to the famous person who is boarding the cruise ship?
(a) Aunt.
(b) Sister-in-law.
(c) Sister.
(d) Best friend.

3. Why is Cressida not surprised to encounter Carrie?
(a) Because Carrie loves to travel on ships.
(b) Because Cressida's personal secretary knew Carrie booked a room.
(c) Because she always manages to turn up at critical periods in her life.
(d) Because Cressida had sent Carried a ticket.

4. What do Cressida and Poppas have for each other?
(a) Admiration.
(b) A love/hate tension.
(c) The ability to practically read each other's minds.
(d) Mutual respect.

5. Besides Cressida, what was a common element in the demeanor of Cressida's siblings?
(a) They were condescending.
(b) They were eager and joyful in their lives.
(c) They felt they were owed something.
(d) They acted like they were continually abused.

Short Answer Questions

1. With which opera company does Cressida have employment for a while?

2. Who among Cressida's inner circle understands the source of her fortune?

3. How do Cressida's sisters and son justify their greed?

4. What does Cressida do when she spies Carrie?

5. Upon what does Poppas' retirement hinge?

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