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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16 - 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In her letter to Philip, what reason does Rachel give for leaving Italy so suddenly after Ambrose's death?
(a) She could not bear to be there without him.
(b) She was hoping Philip would pay Ambrose's doctor bills.
(c) She knew she needed to get to Philip to tell him the news of Ambrose's death.
(d) She was afraid to live in the villa alone.

2. How does Rachel say the allowance she is given makes her feel?
(a) Ecstatic.
(b) Hopeless.
(c) Angry.
(d) Humiliated.

3. What reason does Seecombe give for changing his mind about having a woman in the house?
(a) He thinks she might help them whip the shabby house into shape.
(b) He believes it is time for Philip to get married now that he owns the estate.
(c) Rachel is a widow and he feels sorry for her.
(d) He has started courting the new cook.

4. What is Rainaldi's attitude toward Philip the entire time he stays at the estate?
(a) Friendly.
(b) Authoritarian.
(c) Condescending.
(d) Obedient.

5. What does Seecombe enjoy about having Rachel at the house?
(a) He likes having a woman to cook for.
(b) He likes setting up tea parties for her female visitors.
(c) He likes having a female hostess for their dinner parties.
(d) He likes greeting her visitors.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Philip give Rachel for why she cannot give lessons?

2. What is Philip reminded of when Rainaldi insults his pipe smoking?

3. How do the servants address Philip after Ambrose's death?

4. What concern does Louise have when she learns that Rachel will be coming to Philip's house?

5. What does Philip do with Ambrose's letters after Rachel reads them?

(see the answer key)

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