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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 52, 53, 54, and 55.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sarah think about Mrs. Tranter?
(a) She is kind but too much of a gossip.
(b) She has the kindest heart but I do not need kindness.
(c) She is just like all Victorian people.
(d) She is more cruel than Mrs. Poulteney.

2. What is Knowles' opinion of the way Charles is dressed for his brisk walk?
(a) Modern and ahead of the times.
(b) Not heavy enough for the Dorset weather.
(c) Overly Victorian in its utility.
(d) Perfectly appropriate.

3. Why does Charles go to see Dr. Grogan?
(a) He suspects Dr. Grogan saw him with Sarah through his telescope.
(b) He needs advice after receiving a note from Sarah.
(c) He wants sleeping powder for Ernestina.
(d) He needs advice about what to say to Sarah when they meet.

4. What does Charles observe inside the house?
(a) That the carpets need to be changed.
(b) That some things have changed.
(c) That there is an air of gloom about the place.
(d) That there does not seem to be anyone at home.

5. What double duty does Sam perform at Mrs. Tranter's door?
(a) He recites a poem to Mary as he gives her the flowers for Ernestina.
(b) He delivers the flowers for Ernestina and an invitation to a dance for Mary.
(c) He delivers the flowers along with a singing telegram.
(d) He delivers Charles' bouquet for Ernestina and a smaller one for Mary, the maid.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Ernestina's reaction to the flowers Sam delivers from Charles?

2. What does Charles do when Sam comes into his room the following morning?

3. What gimmick does Knowles use as an ending of the story in Chapter 44?

4. How does Charles explain himself to Sam?

5. What happens after Charles puts out the fire on Sarah's blanket when coals pop from the fireplace?

(see the answer key)

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