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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who joins Latimer and the others at Basel?
(a) Alfred.
(b) His father.
(c) Bertha.
(d) Mrs. Archer.

2. Who does Latimer describe as sarcastic, cynical, and unimaginative?
(a) The servant.
(b) Mrs. Archer.
(c) Bertha.
(d) Mrs. Filmore.

3. What does Latimer read in secret?
(a) Maps.
(b) Comics.
(c) Music books.
(d) Literature.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Latimer's time in Switzerland end?

2. What happens when Latimer realizes that his visions are coming true?

3. What does Latimer's new talent show in others?

4. Why does Latimer choose this specific gift for Bertha's birthday?

5. What is the name of Latimer's neighbors that come to Switzerland?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Latimer and Bertha talk about during their walk?

2. What does Latimer believe about Bertha's feelings?

3. After reading Bertha's mind, what does Latimer find out about her true feelings about him?

4. What differences are there between Latimer's childhood and his life as an adult?

5. Describe the events surrounding Mrs. Archer's death.

6. What does Latimer find interesting about the changes in Bertha and Mrs. Archer's relationship?

7. What do readers learn about Latimer's psychic powers?

8. Explain the events surrounding Latimer's recovery.

9. What happens to Latimer and Bertha after Mrs. Archer dies?

10. Upon returning home from abroad, describe what two things Alfred does with his time.

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