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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Sketch of the Past, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did some people hesitate to publish the writings in this book?
(a) They had harsh themes.
(b) They were unfinished.
(c) They were different from other writings.
(d) The family objected.

2. What was the last name of Virginia's real father?
(a) Seymore.
(b) Stallin.
(c) Shelton.
(d) Stephen.

3. What did the editor hope to show people by publishing these writings?
(a) Virginia's worth.
(b) Virginia's philosophy.
(c) Virginia's wisdom.
(d) Virginia's personality.

4. Which of these words did Virginia use to describe Stella?
(a) Spritely.
(b) Surreptitious.
(c) Saintly.
(d) Sinful.

5. How many living children did Virginia's mother have before marrying her second husband?
(a) 5.
(b) 4.
(c) 3.
(d) 2.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Virginia say George was deluded about?

2. What was the name of Virginia's mother?

3. What is "A Sketch From the Past" about?

4. What kind of fabric did Virginia compare day-to-day living to?

5. What does Virginia say made her feel shameful when she was young?

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