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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why must Lily comply with Mrs. Trenor's request in book 1, chapter 4?
(a) Mrs. Trenor threatens to tell Percy Gryce that Lily is searching for a wealthy husband.
(b) She is the least wealthy member of her social group, so her soacial standing depends on helping Mrs. Trenor.
(c) Everyone at the party must take turns helping Mrs. Trenor.
(d) Her aunt has become deathly ill and has no one else to care for her.

2. What does Lily's aunt assume Lily's debt is for?
(a) Clothing.
(b) Entertainment.
(c) A vacation.
(d) Gambling.

3. In book 2, chapter 7, how does Lily feel when Simon Rosedale explains why he refuses to marry her?
(a) Crushed by his refusal.
(b) Refreshed by his honesty.
(c) Insulted by his reasons.
(d) Relieved that she is now free to marry George Dorset.

4. What does Lawrence Selden see when he goes to the Trenor house to look for Lily?
(a) He sees Lily and Mrs. Trenor arguing.
(b) He sees Lily waving to Gus Trenor as she leaves the house.
(c) He sees Gus Trenor push Lily down a flight of stairs.
(d) He sees the police taking Gus Trenor away.

5. 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) Getting fresh air to get rid of her headache.
(c) To complete a chore for Mrs. Trenor.
(d) To walk to church to meet Percy Gryce on his way home from church.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gerty Farish tell Lily about Percy Gryce?

2. What does Lily intend to do with her inheritance from her aunt?

3. What is Gus Trenor's reaction when Lily tells him that Mrs. Trenor wants her to marry Percy Gryce?

4. In book 1, chapter 10, where does Simon Rosedale invite Lily to go?

5. What event does George Dorset invite Lily to in book 1, chapter 10?

(see the answer key)

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