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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Virginia describe the relationship between her mother and stepfather?
(a) Volatile.
(b) Loving.
(c) Unhealthy.
(d) Convenient.

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

3. What made Thoby very proud in his life?
(a) His writings.
(b) His siblings.
(c) His education.
(d) His father.

4. What kind of fabric did Virginia compare day-to-day living to?
(a) Satin.
(b) Cotton.
(c) Silk.
(d) Brocade.

5. What word does the editor use to describe these memoirs as glimpses into Virginia's life?
(a) Glances.
(b) Keyholes.
(c) Mysteries.
(d) Secrets.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of literary device did Woolf include in many of her writings?

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

3. What did Virginia think was her god-given purpose?

4. What was the name of Stella's husband?

5. Which of the following did Virgina Wolf have an idiosyncratic style for?

(see the answer key)

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