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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long have the Dudleys worked at Hill House?
(a) Since the last tenants left
(b) Since their childhoods
(c) Since the death of Mr. Crain
(d) Since the Sandersons took possession

2. What happened at Eleanor's house when she was twelve?
(a) Her sister moved away.
(b) Rocks rained on the house.
(c) The house burned down.
(d) Her mother died.

3. What happened to the last person who attempted to leave Hill House after dark?
(a) His horse bolted into a tree in a turn in the drive.
(b) The town thought he was insane and put him in the hospital.
(c) His car drove off a cliff.
(d) He lost his fortune in the stock market.

4. What is odd about the drawing room?
(a) The huge baroque style statue.
(b) The tree growing through its center.
(c) The huge portrait of Crain.
(d) The odd paintings throughout the room.

5. Why does Dr. Montague send a letter to Eleanor Vance?
(a) Eleanor lived in a haunted house as a child.
(b) Eleanor had an experience with a poltergeist as a child.
(c) Eleanor is psychic.
(d) Eleanor owns the house Dr. Montague is investigating.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What happens when Eleanor opens the curtains over the window?

3. Why does Dr. Montague invite Luke Sanderson to the house?

4. What warning did Dr. Montague receive about Hill House?

5. What did Eleanor buy for this trip to Hill House?

(see the answer key)

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