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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1: Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mrs. Trenor ask Lily to do in book 1, chapter 4?
(a) Take over her duties as hostess.
(b) Introduce her to Percy Gryce.
(c) Leave the party and return home immediately.
(d) Secretarial tasks.

2. In book 1, chapter 7, how does Percy Gryce react after Bertha Dorset talks to him about Lily?
(a) He goes for a walk to be alone.
(b) He tells Bertha to mind her own business.
(c) He consoles Lily.
(d) He leaves Bellomont immediately.

3. Where does The House of Mirth take place?
(a) Paris, France.
(b) Boston, Massachusetts.
(c) New York City, New York.
(d) London, England.

4. What hobby of Percy Gryce's does Lily discuss with him while on the train to the party at Bellomont?
(a) Americana.
(b) The stock market.
(c) Mutual acquaintances.
(d) Her busy social schedule.

5. When Lily arrives at the Trenor house, what does Gus Trenor first tell Lily about Mrs. Trenor?
(a) Mrs. Trenor is angry with Lily.
(b) Mrs. Trenor is visiting friends out of town.
(c) Mrs. Trenor wants a divorce.
(d) Mrs. Trenor is ill upstairs.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the situation at the place where Lily goes after her cousin's wedding affect her mood?

2. Who is Mrs. Judy Trenor?

3. In book 1, chapter 10, why does Lily want to avoid seeing Gus Trenor?

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

5. How does Lily feel when she first sees Percy Gryce at her cousin's wedding?

(see the answer key)

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