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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I, Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What seemingly miraculous event occurs at the completion of the foundation stone ceremony?
(a) Charlotte falls from a cliff but is inexplicably uninjured.
(b) A man has a heart attack but survives and dances a merry jig.
(c) A crystal goblet disappears instead of shattering on the ground.
(d) The pitchers which were supposed to contain water contained wine.

2. What does the male guest criticize about the estate?
(a) The general lack of aptitude of the servants.
(b) The mistress's planning and layout of the improvements.
(c) The master's indecent liberties taken with the serving-girls.
(d) The boring, humdrum nature of the surrounding area.

3. What building do the companions find, with pleasure, that can easily hold all four of them?
(a) The pavilion.
(b) The main house.
(c) The chapel.
(d) The moss hut.

4. How did the master of the estate grow up?
(a) Lonely; he made no friends.
(b) Spoiled; he got everything he wanted.
(c) Impoverished; he lived on the streets.
(d) Ignored; he was the youngest of many siblings.

5. How do Eduard and Charlotte act in front of the others the morning after they sleep together?
(a) As if they are suspicious of the thoughts of others.
(b) As if nothing has passed between them the night before.
(c) As if they are ashamed and contrite of their actions.
(d) As if they are proud to have reaffirmed their love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the female guest find disagreeable in Eduard?

2. What language do Charlotte and Ottilie speak when they are alone?

3. During a stroll around his property with the captain and Charlotte, what activity does Eduard suddenly change his mind about engaging in, and why?

4. What habit does Eduard change as a result of Ottilie's presence and influence?

5. What is one notable pet peeve of the master of the estate?

(see the answer key)

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