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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mary ruin her first romantic relationship?
(a) She runs away and cries when the man kisses her.
(b) She cheats on her lover with another man.
(c) She complains and nags him until he leaves her.
(d) She refuses to marry him.

2. What product causes the most loss at the store?
(a) Whiskey.
(b) Bicycles.
(c) The food that rots before it is sold.
(d) Blankets.

3. What type of shoes is Mary wearing when she arrives at the farm?
(a) Business shoes.
(b) Loafers.
(c) Hiking boots.
(d) High heels.

4. What does Mary have that Dick lacks?
(a) Energy and efficiency.
(b) Vindictiveness and ruthlessness.
(c) Strength and willpower.
(d) Patience and understanding.

5. How does Samson's situation change?
(a) It improves daily.
(b) It says the same.
(c) It has its ups and downs.
(d) It gets worse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Mary and Dick not discuss before getting married?

2. How does Slatter notify the police about the murder?

3. Where did Mary live while she was single?

4. How long have Dick and Mary been married at this point in the story?

5. Who are the Afrikaners?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Mary feel after Dick shows her around the house?

2. Describe the scenery surrounding the farm.

3. Describe Mary's attempt to return to her old job and leave Dick.

4. Describe the stores in South Africa and their symbolism.

5. How does Mary's financial situation change after getting married?

6. What does Dick usually do when he fights with Mary?

7. What does Mary think influenced her decision to get married?

8. Of what is every white woman in South Africa brought up to be afraid?

9. How do the man's remarks at the station change Mary's perception of Dick?

10. Describe Mary's background and early childhood.

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