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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. In book 1, chapter 8, what does Gus Trenor do with Lily's money?
(a) Loses it playing poker.
(b) Spends it on Mrs. Trenor.
(c) Donates it to Lily's favorite charity.
(d) Invests it.

2. Why does Lily join a party with Carry Fischer and another couple in the Adirondacks?
(a) Lily wants to spend the money she received from Gus Trenor.
(b) Lily has no other social engagements.
(c) Lily needs to take a vacation.
(d) Lily wants to get away from Gus Trenor.

3. In book 1, chapter 9, where does Lily go after her cousin's wedding ?
(a) Bellomont.
(b) Her aunt's home.
(c) The train station.
(d) Lawrence Selden's apartment.

4. 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) To walk to church to meet Percy Gryce on his way home from church.
(d) Getting fresh air to get rid of her headache.

5. While Lily and Lawrence Selden are walking together, what does he tell Lily about his idea of success?
(a) Success is the ability to purchase anything one desires.
(b) Success is attaining all the goals one has set out to achieve.
(c) Success is doing well in the stock market.
(d) Success is freedom from materialism.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does The House of Mirth take place?

2. What does nouveau riche mean?

3. Who is Gerty Farish?

4. In book 1, chapter 9, what is happening at the place Lily goes after her cousin's wedding?

5. Why is Grace Stepney angry about the party?

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