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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1: Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens while Lily is deep in thought on Sunday morning before church?
(a) She misses the bus to church.
(b) She is late for breakfast, risking her social standing.
(c) She misses spending time with Lawrence Selden and Bertha Dorset.
(d) She misses Gus Trenor whom she wanted to ask for a loan.

2. In book 1, chapter 5, what is Lily's initial motive for going outside after leaving the library on Sunday afternoon?
(a) Catching up with her high-ranking friends in her social circle.
(b) To complete a chore for Mrs. Trenor.
(c) Getting fresh air to get rid of her headache.
(d) To walk to church to meet Percy Gryce on his way home from church.

3. How does Lily spend the first night of the party at Bellomont?
(a) Playing bridge.
(b) Searching for eligible bachelors.
(c) Gossiping.
(d) Playing poker.

4. What is the result of Lily's activities the first night of the party?
(a) She finds the man she wishes to marry.
(b) She repeats a hurtful rumor.
(c) She gambles and loses most of her money.
(d) She is banished from the party for cheating.

5. When does Lily run into Simon Rosedale?
(a) After visiting her dressmaker.
(b) As she is leaving Lawrence Selden's apartment building after having tea.
(c) While she is waiting at the train station.
(d) While taking a walk in the park with Lawrence Selden.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Lily Bart waiting for a train when she is first introduced in the book?

2. What does Mrs. Trenor ask Lily to do in book 1, chapter 4?

3. What is Gerty's financial situation at the beginning of the story?

4. How does Lawrence feel about Lily's reaction to his suggestion that they have tea at a popular cafe?

5. Where does Lily acquire the knowledge to discuss Percy's hobby?

(see the answer key)

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