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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What disappoints Cressida's sisters?
(a) That the jewels went to Carrie.
(b) That there wasn't more diamonds.
(c) That the jewels went to charity.
(d) That the fur pieces were scanty.

2. When Carrie last saw Cressida, to whom was Cressida married?
(a) Her first husband.
(b) Her third husband.
(c) Her first husband.
(d) She was in between husbands.

3. What did Cressida once worry about when she was broke?
(a) Whether she'd have enough food for herself and Horace.
(b) If she would be able to afford a gown to apply for a part on Broadway.
(c) If she and her son would be put out on the streets.
(d) Having enough money to bury her first husband.

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

5. Who of the "inner circle" is not accompanying Cressida?
(a) Cressida's personal maid who is afraid of ships.
(b) Cressida's daughter.
(c) Jerome Brown.
(d) Cressida's best friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is in the photograph which Poppas sends Carrie?

2. Why does the narrator believe it is wise for the famous person to pose for the photographers?

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

4. Besides Cressida, what was a common element in the demeanor of Cressida's siblings?

5. Who is named executors of Cressida's will?

(see the answer key)

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