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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapters 13-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What scientific subject becomes a main object of conversation between the hosts and their male guest?
(a) The evolution of plant and animal species.
(b) Geology and its role in determining the location of mineral deposits.
(c) Astronomy and the movement of the solar system.
(d) Certain affinities between natural objects.

2. What do Eduard and Charlotte disagree strongly about in the wake of the frightening event during the festivities?
(a) When they should reschedule the entire event.
(b) Whom among the guests is worthy of being invited to dinner.
(c) Whether the fireworks show should go on as planned.
(d) How to tastefully disperse the guests who stay too late.

3. How does Eduard plan to celebrate the finishing of the landscape improvements, as well as to show his affection for Ottilie?
(a) By absconding with Ottilie.
(b) With a fireworks show.
(c) By giving gifts to the guests.
(d) With a magnificent feast.

4. What is the general content of the postscript of the headmistress's letter to the mistress of the estate?
(a) Criticism of Luciane.
(b) Praise for Charlotte.
(c) Praise for Maria.
(d) Criticism of Ottilie.

5. What is the long-term plan of the new house guest?
(a) To travel the world and write a memoir.
(b) To take a high class position at the royal court.
(c) To marry and to take over the management of the boarding school.
(d) To find a wife and settle down to a farmer's lifestyle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event does the captain suggest must be celebrated in a special manner?

2. How do Eduard and Ottilie unexpectedly prove their compatibility with one another?

3. What signal does Eduard arrange with the Major to notify him of his plan's success?

4. What do the Captain and Charlotte resolve to do regarding the landscape improvements?

5. What, in general, describes Luciane's personality?

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