The House of Mirth Quiz | Eight Week Quiz G

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The House of Mirth Quiz | Eight Week Quiz G

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In book 1, chapter 14, what makes Gerty realize that Lawrence Selden is not in love with her?
(a) His feelings for Lily are obvious when he speaks of her at dinner.
(b) Bertha Dorset tracks Lawrence Selden down at Gerty's and tells him that he can have Lily.
(c) Gerty sees the attraction between Lawrence and Lily when she comes to Gerty's apartment.
(d) He tells Gerty that he does not want to marry her.

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

3. Where does Lily acquire the knowledge to discuss Percy's hobby?
(a) From the book she was reading on the train.
(b) From a conversation with Lawrence Selden.
(c) From gossip with friends in her own social circlre.
(d) From her own hobby.

4. In book 2, chapter 12, what feeling does Lily think Lawrence Selden has about their time together?
(a) Joy.
(b) Embarrassment.
(c) Anger.
(d) Disgust.

5. Why does Nettie Struther invite Lily to her home after seeing Lily in the park?
(a) Nettie needs help caring for her house and child.
(b) Lily wants to see Nettie's husband.
(c) Nettie wants Lily to see how well she has done.
(d) Lily looks ill.

Short Answer Questions

1. What problem might Lily have as shown by the results of her activities the first night of the party?

2. In book 2, chapter 2, who does Lily decide to become friends with after Carry Fischer warns Lily about her behavior the previous night ?

3. When Lily stops to see Lawrence Selden at his apartment on her way to blackmail Bertha Dorset, what does the first part of their conversation consist of?

4. Who gains the most from Lily's aunt's will?

5. In book 1, chapter 12, what type of party entertainment does Lily participate in?

(see the answer key)

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