View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Edith view herself at the beginning of the story?
(a) A talkative, spacey person.
(b) A sad, quiet person.
(c) A serious, responsible person.
(d) A fun, light-hearted person.

2. What does Edith drink in the dining room during her first trip to it?
(a) Coffee.
(b) Wine.
(c) Hot cocoa.
(d) Tea.

3. Why does Edith express fear towards Jennifer and Iris Pusey?
(a) She is afraid that they will hurt her.
(b) She is always fearful in the presence of strong personalities.
(c) She is afraid that they will recognize her.
(d) She doesn't like the way they dress.

4. The Hotel du Lac has a reputation for what?
(a) Providing free breakfast.
(b) Providing free dry cleaning.
(c) Providing a five-star chef.
(d) Providing a quiet retreat.

5. Which character does Edith refer to as the "bulldog-faced"?
(a) Her neighbor.
(b) Mme. de Bonneuil.
(c) Iris Pusey.
(d) Jennifer Pusey.

Short Answer Questions

1. What animal does Edith feel that most of the women staying at the Hotel du Lac compare to?

2. When Edith sees the mother and daughter in the dining room, what does she comment to herself?

3. Edith Hope arrives at the hotel in what month?

4. What was the reason stated for asking Edith to join them for coffee?

5. Who took Edith out to eat before she left for her trip in order to help raise her spirits?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 281 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample