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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Childhood.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What subjects are private tutors hired to teach Latimer?
(a) Natural science, history, and modern language.
(b) Literature and writing.
(c) Math and geometry.
(d) Art and music.

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

3. Where did the bond between Charles and Latimer come from?
(a) The attractiveness of both boys.
(b) A shared illness.
(c) The community of feeling.
(d) The intellect shared between them.

4. Who does Latimer meet in Switzerland?
(a) George Eliot.
(b) Mrs. Archer.
(c) Alfred.
(d) Charles Meunier.

5. Where is the narrator sitting during the last moments of life?
(a) On a window seat.
(b) On a swing on the front porch.
(c) On the bed.
(d) At a desk.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of writing is The Lifted Veil?

2. Why does Latimer like running water?

3. At what age does Latimer go to Switzerland?

4. What time will Latimer begin to feel his impending death come?

5. Why is Latimer lonely in Switzerland?

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