1. What idea of the male guest strikes Charlotte like a "thunderbolt?"
(a) The man advises Charlotte to run away with the Captain since they are clearly in love.
(b) The man suggests that Charlotte and Eduard divorce so they may marry others.
(c) The man feels Ottilie is dull company, and he advises Charlotte to turn her out of the house.
(d) The man would like to recommend the Captain to a position with a high powered friend.

2. What activity does the male guest propose to his hosts upon his first look at the lands around the estate?
(a) That the trio make a detailed survey of the land.
(b) That the trio return to the comfort of the main house.
(c) That the trio make a journey to the court.
(d) That the trio hire a friend of his for the gardening.

3. What event does the captain suggest must be celebrated in a special manner?
(a) Eduard's homecoming.
(b) The Captain's wedding.
(c) Charlotte's birthday.
(d) Ottilie's debutante ball.

4. During a stroll around his property with the captain and Charlotte, what activity does Eduard suddenly change his mind about engaging in, and why?
(a) He decides not to go rowing on the lake because he thinks of Ottilie.
(b) He decides not to ride into town because he cannot settle a debt with his architect.
(c) He decides not to purchase a new team of horses because his carriage broke down.
(d) He decides not to plant a new stand of trees because they would detract from the views.

5. What personality trait is notable about Ottilie?
(a) She understands the needs of others intuitively.
(b) She is very energetic but cannot seem to finish any project.
(c) She talks rapidly and profusely about nothing of consequence.
(d) She is arrogant but somehow still likeable.