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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Fleur define the word 'frankness?'
(a) As what most communication in these modern times is missing.
(b) As a code word for speaking too freely.
(c) As the only way friends should communicate.
(d) As a euphemism for rudeness.

2. What does Maisie tell Fleur the ex-priest had said about her?
(a) That Fleur wanted to take over the Association from Sir Quentin.
(b) That he worried about Fleur living alone.
(c) That he wished Fleur would take a second look at him, as he found her quite beautiful.
(d) That Fleur wanted Lady Edwina to write her into her will.

3. Why does Revisson Doe agree to work with Fleur?
(a) He owes her old a friend a favor.
(b) He finds her oddly appealing and wants to get closer to her.
(c) He believes that through Fleur, he can learn more about Sir Quentin.
(d) He believes she has potential and that her future novels will be good.

4. How does Fleur get rid of Maisie when she can tolerate her vapid conversation no longer?
(a) She feigns having to make a phone call.
(b) She intimates that a secret lover may be stopping by.
(c) She begins coughing and indicates her flu might be returning.
(d) She suddenly remembers a meeting she must attend.

5. How does Fleur initially describe Beryl Tims?
(a) She is unpleasant and manipulative.
(b) She is devilishly argumentative.
(c) She is beautifully awful.
(d) She is rotund and plain.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Leslie live after he moves out of his home with Dottie?

2. How does Fleur react when Sir Quentin informs her that his mother is not of sound mind and that she should disregard any promises made about an inheritance?

3. How is the plot of Warrender Chase, the novel, influenced by Fleur's experience at the Autobiographical Association?

4. What do Maisie and Fleur discuss during that first visit?

5. How much progress have the members of the Autobiographical Association made when Fleur begins her employment?

(see the answer key)

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