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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The fact that Cressida's third marriage is mentioned in passing, but not elaborated upon may be an example of what?
(a) Simile.
(b) Foreshadowing.
(c) Incompetent writing.
(d) Metaphor.

2. Who is Jerome Brown?
(a) Cressida's sixth husband.
(b) Cressida's other son.
(c) Cressida's brother-in-law.
(d) Cressida's current fiance.

3. How does Cressida realize she is recognized in the restaurant?
(a) The orchestra conductor asks Cressida to sing.
(b) The maitre'd brings a bottle of wine to the table from another customer.
(c) Given the flourish with which the music begins, Cressida realizes that they have been recognized.
(d) Several people nod and wave at Cressida.

4. Why does Bouchalka rush off from Cressida's party?
(a) He feels ill.
(b) He promised to pick up his younger sister and escort her home.
(c) He realizes he is late for work.
(d) He wants to quickly write down a composition that is in his head.

5. Why do Cressida's sisters believe Poppas remains in Cressida's life?
(a) To make the sisters miserable.
(b) To keep Cressida safe from abusive husbands.
(c) To benefit from her success.
(d) To gain an inheritance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Carrie find at Cressida's home the next time she is there?

2. How does Carrie describe the violin player?

3. Why do Carrie and Cressida send the carriage home?

4. What excuse does Cressida give for taking her leave of Carrie?

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

(see the answer key)

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