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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Latimer in Switzerland?
(a) To complete his education.
(b) To start treatment.
(c) To become a landscaper.
(d) To see new doctors.

2. The narrator will die within what time period?
(a) Two weeks.
(b) Two months.
(c) One week.
(d) One month.

3. Why do Latimer's servants not answer his bell during his heart attack?
(a) They cannot hear from where they are.
(b) They are choosing to ignore the bell.
(c) They hope he will die quicker if they do not respond.
(d) They are lovers and left the house arguing.

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

5. What time will Latimer begin to feel his impending death come?
(a) Noon.
(b) Midnight.
(c) Ten o'clock a.m.
(d) Ten o'clock p.m.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the narrator sitting during the last moments of life?

2. Why do Latimer and Charles get along so well?

3. What does Latimer compare to his mother's love?

4. At what age does Latimer go to Switzerland?

5. What is the purpose of the introduction?

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