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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What very capable person, who takes over the work of the landscape improvements, is the Captain very pleased with?
(a) The parson.
(b) The gardener.
(c) The beggar.
(d) The architect.

2. What does Ottilie see as her "everything?"
(a) Her passion for gardening.
(b) Her love for Eduard.
(c) Her friendship with Charlotte.
(d) Her attention to her reading.

3. What does the narrator consider to be the conflicting sides of Luciane's character?
(a) While Luciane is homely and plain, her generosity and charity make her seem angelic to others.
(b) While Luciane is beautiful on the outside, her personality shows that she is evil.
(c) Although Luciane treats Ottilie with respect and deference, she secretly resents her.
(d) Although Luciane can easily win people over, she can just as easily offend and alienate them.

4. What do the main characters decide to do with the three lakes on Eduard's estate?
(a) Bring down the dams to make one large lake.
(b) Reinforce all three dams to prevent flooding.
(c) Drain one of the lakes to irrigate the fields.
(d) Sell the land rights around the largest lake.

5. What gift does Ottilie find from Eduard when she returns to her room after the celebration?
(a) A set of rare books by her favorite author.
(b) A coach ticket for Italy and a traveling cloak.
(c) A new mare, already trained for gentle riding.
(d) A chest filled with fine fabrics and jewelery.

Short Answer Questions

1. Once the Captain leaves, what does Charlotte suggest to Eduard regarding Ottilie?

2. After hearing of Charlotte's physical condition, how does Eduard feel?

3. What incites Eduard to make a passionate visit to Charlotte?

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

5. What building do the companions find, with pleasure, that can easily hold all four of them?

(see the answer key)

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