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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the deck steward hand Cressida?
(a) A mint julep.
(b) An envelope containing a wireless message.
(c) An invitation to the captain's table for dinner.
(d) A gin and tonic.

2. How do Horace and Miss Julia act towards Carrie?
(a) They openly snub her.
(b) They only offer perfunctory greetings.
(c) They get up and hug her.
(d) They begin excitedly talking to her.

3. What excuse does Cressida give for taking her leave of Carrie?
(a) That she has to lie down before the seasickness hits.
(b) That she is meeting with Jerome on the promenade deck.
(c) That she has letters to write.
(d) That she needs to get ready for the night's dinner.

4. To whom does Carrie speak shortly after the ship is underway?
(a) The ship's surgeon.
(b) Poppas.
(c) The Captain.
(d) Horace.

5. Who is the famous singer boarding a cruise ship in New York City?
(a) Samantha Cocker.
(b) Joan Bazzy.
(c) Barbara Strickland.
(d) Cressida Garnet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Cressida's other sister who is not on the ship?

2. Why is Cressida not surprised to encounter Carrie?

3. How does Cressida explain her upcoming marriage to Carrie?

4. As Cressida walks toward her stateroom, who does she encounter?

5. Who is the primary provider during Cressida's first marriage?

(see the answer key)

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