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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what do Cressida's sisters marvel?
(a) At the fact that Cressida raised Horace as a single woman.
(b) At Cressida being able to go through her life "untouched by the breath of scandal."
(c) At Cressida's success in the entertainment world.
(d) At Cressida's exceeding generosity.

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

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

4. 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.

5. In what ways does Cressida help Bouchalka?
(a) By helping his younger sister go to a school for aspiring musicians.
(b) In his career as a musician.
(c) By finding him a job as a janitor at the Metropolitan Opera so he can hear music while he works.
(d) By helping him stay in the United States legally.

Short Answer Questions

1. To where does Poppas want to eventually retire?

2. How long does it seem to Carrie that Bouchalka has been at Cressida's house when Carrie arrives on her next visit?

3. Who of the men in Cressida's car awaiting word of survivors actually cries?

4. What disease did Cressida's first husband contract?

5. Upon what does Poppas' retirement hinge?

(see the answer key)

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