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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What emotion does Theo detect in Eleanor?
(a) Fear
(b) Anticipation
(c) Sadness
(d) Happiness

2. Why does Eleanor refuse to leave Hill House before going inside?
(a) She does not want to miss out on an adventure.
(b) She does not want Mr. Dudley to laugh at her.
(c) She does not want to return to her sister's house.
(d) She does not want to disappoint Dr. Montague.

3. How does Eleanor introduce herself?
(a) As an artist's model
(b) As a caretaker
(c) As a nurse
(d) As an unemployed actress

4. Why does Luke's aunt send him to stay with Dr. Montague at Hill House?
(a) To find him a wife.
(b) To keep him out of trouble.
(c) To keep an eye on Dr. Montague.
(d) To keep the house safe.

5. What warning does Mrs. Dudley offer Eleanor?
(a) That no one will come if she needs help at night.
(b) That Dr. Montague is insane.
(c) That the house is haunted.
(d) That there is a killer loose in Hillsdale.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Eleanor notice on the veranda outside the library that no one else notices?

2. What is Eleanor forced to steal when she leaves home?

3. Why does Dr. Montague believe the doors swing shut on their own?

4. Why does Eleanor say she is not frightened by the state of Theo's room?

5. How does Eleanor react to Theo's teasing?

(see the answer key)

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