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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Virginia's mother when she died?
(a) 28.
(b) 58.
(c) 48.
(d) 38.

2. What was the name of the most important sister to Virginia?
(a) Valerie.
(b) Victoria.
(c) Violet.
(d) Vanessa.

3. What was Virginia's sister's occupation?
(a) Painter.
(b) Actress.
(c) Writer.
(d) Singer.

4. Who was Virginia writing Reminiscences for?
(a) Her sister.
(b) Her nephew.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Her stepfather.

5. What is this book a compilation of?
(a) Journal entries.
(b) Essays.
(c) Poems.
(d) Unpublished works.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is "Reminiscences" about?

2. Why did some people hesitate to publish the writings in this book?

3. What word does the editor use to describe these memoirs as glimpses into Virginia's life?

4. How does Virginia describe the relationship between her mother and stepfather?

5. How does Virginia describe her mother's death?

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