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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the soldier that visits Marcelo at the end of Part 2, Chapter 6?
(a) Julio.
(b) Otto von Hartrott.
(c) Marguerite's husband.
(d) Rene.

2. Why does Marcelo stop going to the studio as much toward the end of Part 3, Chapter 2?
(a) Because Luisa suspects him of having an affair.
(b) Because Tchernoff claims the Germans will be victorious.
(c) Because Argensola asks him to never return.
(d) Because Marcelo cannot afford transportation for the visit.

3. In Part 3, Chapter 1, what division is Rene transferred to?
(a) An artillery division.
(b) A clergical division.
(c) A clerical division.
(d) A medical division.

4. Why does Julio travel in Part 2, Chapter 4?
(a) To join the military.
(b) To see Marguerite.
(c) To help his father defend his castle.
(d) To search for his mother.

5. What feeling overcomes Marcelo at the end of Part 3, Chapter 3?
(a) The feeling that he should get out of the area immediately.
(b) The feeling that no one would dare kill his son.
(c) The feeling that his wife is leaving him for another man.
(d) The feeling that his son has become a man.

6. Who arranges for Julio to convalesce in Paris for two weeks?
(a) Senator Lacour.
(b) Karl von Hartrott.
(c) Marcelo.
(d) Argensola.

7. Why does Marcelo go to Julio's studio in Part 3, Chapter 2?
(a) To pay the rent.
(b) To be close to Julio's things.
(c) Because Luisa kicks him out of their house.
(d) To pack Julio's things.

8. How does Argensola view the war?
(a) As a game.
(b) As dangerous.
(c) As a waste of time.
(d) As a mistake.

9. How does Marcelo feel as he leaves his castle?
(a) Eager to visit his son.
(b) Relieved that he is still alive.
(c) Unsure if he can ever return.
(d) Happy it is still standing.

10. Why can't Marcelo go to Julio near the end of Part 3, Chapter 3?
(a) Julio does not want his father to know exactly where he is.
(b) Julio is hiding and no one can find him.
(c) Julio is at an advanced site that is not safe for visitors.
(d) Marcelo does go to Julio.

11. When does Marcelo's family return home?
(a) Beginning of October.
(b) End of November.
(c) Beginning of November.
(d) End of October.

12. In Part 3, Chapter 3, what maps is Marcelo shown?
(a) Enemy locations.
(b) Layout for a new estate.
(c) Building plans.
(d) Country guidelines.

13. What does the Count plan to take with him when he leaves Marcelo's castle?
(a) Luisa, Marcelo's wife.
(b) Luisa's furniture.
(c) A portrait of Luisa.
(d) All of Marcelo's money.

14. In Part 3, Chapter 2, what do Marcelo and Argensola discuss?
(a) Love.
(b) The war.
(c) Friendship.
(d) Money.

15. What order is given on the third night in Part 2, Chapter 6?
(a) To attack.
(b) To kill Marcelo.
(c) To evacuate.
(d) To return to Germany.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Julio believe was wounded in the war when he learns about Marguerite's situation?

2. Where are the cannons installed in Part 2, Chapter 6?

3. Who offers to arrange for Marcelo to visit Julio?

4. What news does Senator Lacour deliver to Marcelo at the end of Part 3, Chapter 4?

5. Near the end of Part 3, Chapter 3, who are Marcelo and the senator introduced to?

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