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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In book 2, chapter 11, why doesn't Lily have a job?
(a) She quit.
(b) She was fired.
(c) She took a leave of absence.
(d) The place at which she worked closed down.

2. What is Lily's immediate response to the offer Simon Rosedale makes to her in book 2, chapter 11 ?
(a) She laughs at his offer.
(b) She accepts his offer.
(c) She asks for time to consider his offer.
(d) She refuses his offer.

3. What is Lily's past relationship with Nettie Struther?
(a) Lily allowed Nettie to stay with her when Nettie was homeless.
(b) Lily and Nettie worked together decorating hats.
(c) Lily donated money to treat Nettie's illness.
(d) Lily introduced Nettie to her future husband.

4. In book 2, chapter 9, what does Lawrence Selden want Lily to do regarding her new position and living situation?
(a) Quit and move in with Gerty Farish.
(b) Quit and marry him.
(c) Continue the work and keep her current living arrangements.
(d) Continue the work and move to a more desirable location.

5. In book 2, chapter 8, what does the situation with Bertha Dorset cause Ned Silverton to do?
(a) Ned resorts to gambling and causes his family to look for ways to support themselves.
(b) Ned threatens George Dorset.
(c) Ned spends all his money on expensive gifts for Bertha.
(d) Ned commits suicide.

6. In book 1, chapter 15, how does Lily respond to Simon Rosedale's marriage proposal ?
(a) She laughs at him.
(b) She immediately accepts it.
(c) She asks for time to think about it.
(d) She flatly refuses.

7. How does Lily fare at her new job?
(a) She learns quickly and does well.
(b) She takes a long time to learn but still does poorly.
(c) She is terrible at it.
(d) She takes a long time to learn and outperforms even those who have been doing the job for years.

8. What type of work does Carry Fischer find for Lily?
(a) Bank secretary.
(b) Social worker.
(c) Executive secretary.
(d) Social secretary.

9. What problem does Lily forget about as she spends time in Europe?
(a) Simon Rosedale's marriage proposal.
(b) Her troubles with Gus Trenor.
(c) Her situation with Lawrence Selden.
(d) Her aunt's disappointment in her.

10. In book 2, chapter 9, what is the condition of Lily's surroundings when she begins her new job?
(a) Luxurious.
(b) Frantic.
(c) Shabby.
(d) Modest.

11. When does Mrs. Gormer's attitude change toward Lily?
(a) After Bertha Dorset speaks with Mrs. Gormer.
(b) When Mrs. Gormer discovers Lily asked George Dorset to come to their house.
(c) When Lily forgets to send a party invitation to an important member of their social circle.
(d) When Lily announces she is returning to New York City.

12. What problem does Lily develop because of her insomnia?
(a) Drug addiction.
(b) Severe mood swings.
(c) Memory loss.
(d) Falling asleep around dangerous machinery at her job.

13. How does Gerty Farish feel about Lily's trip to Alaska?
(a) She encourages Lily to go.
(b) She disapproves.
(c) She doesn't voice her opinion.
(d) She is envious of Lily.

14. At the beginning of book 2, chapter 13, how does Lily feel about the decisions she made regarding Simon Rosedale and Bertha Dorset?
(a) Discouraged.
(b) Satisfied.
(c) Confused.
(d) Regretful.

15. Why does Lawrence Selden spend so much time working since he visited the Trenor home three months ago?
(a) Lawrence Selden is Mrs. Trenor's divorce lawyer.
(b) He and Gus Trenor are involved in a real estate business deal.
(c) Lawrence Selden is working to pay off Lily's debt to Gus Trenor.
(d) To get over Lily.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lily say in her telegram to Lawrence Selden?

2. When Lily returns from Alaska, what advice does Carry Fischer give her ?

3. Why is George Dorset upset when Lily meets him on her way back to the yacht from the casino?

4. What does Lawrence Selden tell Lily about the Dorsets' possible divorce?

5. Why does Lily go to Alaska?

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