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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, The Engagement.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is a poor orphan with a genius for medical studies and a passion for science?
(a) Charles Meunier.
(b) Alfred.
(c) Mrs. Archer.
(d) George Eliot.

2. While Bertha and Latimer are walking the grounds at home, what does Bertha tell Latimer about her love for Alfred?
(a) She slaps Latimer and runs away.
(b) She says that it is none of his business.
(c) She says nothing.
(d) She says she does not love Alfred.

3. What is the purpose of the introduction?
(a) Give readers a complete history on brain tumors.
(b) Introduce readers to Latimer.
(c) Tell readers about the joy of life.
(d) Give background on Mrs. Archer.

4. Why is Latimer's friend not accepted by society?
(a) Because he is poor and ugly.
(b) Because he is so intelligent.
(c) Because his mother is at a mental hospital.
(d) Because he suffers from schizophrenia.

5. What emotion does Eliot want readers to share with Latimer?
(a) His happiness.
(b) His love.
(c) His joy.
(d) His pain.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Latimer shut himself in rooms alone?

2. The first-person narrator and the main character of the story is _________.

3. Where does the second part of The Lifted Veil start?

4. When is the wedding between Alfred and Bertha to take place?

5. Does Latimer ask Bertha about her feelings for him prior to the wedding plans?

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