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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three Isak Dinesen, Chapters 33-36: Amor Fati; Seven Gothic Tales; In a Dark Wood; Out of Africa.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what country did Dinesen and her fiance plan to move?
(a) China.
(b) Kenya.
(c) India.
(d) England.

2. Why was Dinesen more attracted to her father's family?
(a) They spoiled her.
(b) They were very down to earth.
(c) They took her on trips.
(d) They were all very funny.

3. Which of the following does NOT describe Bror?
(a) Racist.
(b) Boorish.
(c) Loud.
(d) Amiable.

4. How did Hans Blixen die?
(a) In an airplane crash.
(b) In a lake.
(c) In a car crash.
(d) A terminal illness.

5. What was Dinesen's native language?
(a) German.
(b) Danish.
(c) French.
(d) English.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which friend injected some liveliness into Dinesen's life during this time?

2. What disease did Dinesen contract from Bror?

3. Dinesen was adamant about not living her life _____________________.

4. What was a cherished event in family life when Dinesen was growing up?

5. What could be said for the characters in Dinesen's stories?

(see the answer key)

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