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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Bouchalka and Cressida appear after their honeymoon?
(a) Both seem to be in very good spirits.
(b) As if they had second thoughts about the marriage.
(c) Haggard and tired.
(d) With an aloofness between them.

2. Why does the narrator believe it is wise for the famous person to pose for the photographers?
(a) Because the person needs the favor of the press because of her age and marital history.
(b) It is free publicity.
(c) The photographers can find her more work.
(d) It documents her as being on the ship in case something happens.

3. What do those who contest the bequest show for evidence?
(a) Letters where Cressida states she wishes to provide for them.
(b) They have little evidence to back up their claim.
(c) Financial statements showing how much Cressida was supported them while she is alive.
(d) A letter that shows Poppas is blackmailing Cressida.

4. Besides Cressida, what was a common element in the demeanor of Cressida's siblings?
(a) They were condescending.
(b) They were eager and joyful in their lives.
(c) They acted like they were continually abused.
(d) They felt they were owed something.

5. What is Brown's main failing?
(a) Running around on Cressida.
(b) Being antisocial.
(c) Poor investments on Wall Street.
(d) Having many greedy relatives.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the famous singer boarding a cruise ship in New York City?

2. What follows quickly after Cressida's discovery?

3. A year later, over what were Georgie and Julie still wrangling?

4. Why does Bouchalka rush off from Cressida's party?

5. What does Carrie want to know about Cressida?

(see the answer key)

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