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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Cressida's response to what the deck steward hands her?
(a) She asks if the Kentucky Derby is over.
(b) She is flustered.
(c) She gulps it down.
(d) She nods acceptance.

2. What statement is true concerning Poppas and Cressida?
(a) That neither could have become successful without the other.
(b) That they are unbeknown to others actually half siblings.
(c) That they will eventually marry.
(d) That they only tolerate each other for the money they make together.

3. What does Carrie want to know about Cressida?
(a) If Cressida has any performances planned during her stay in London.
(b) If Cressida will be invited to dine at the captain's table that evening.
(c) If Cressida had invited Horace's sister.
(d) If Cressida would be able to get some headache powder.

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

5. Who does Cressida hope Carrie meets?
(a) The ship's surgeon who is single and handsome.
(b) Jerome.
(c) The star opposite Cressida at a performance in London.
(d) Cressida's investment advisor.

Short Answer Questions

1. From where is Cressida's family originally?

2. Who of Cressida's husbands was a music teacher and choir director?

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

4. Why is Cressida not surprised to encounter Carrie?

5. From what ailment does Poppas suffer?

(see the answer key)

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