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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 - 10.

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 was hoping Philip would pay Ambrose's doctor bills.
(b) She was afraid to live in the villa alone.
(c) She knew she needed to get to Philip to tell him the news of Ambrose's death.
(d) She could not bear to be there without him.

2. What excuse does Rainaldi give Philip for Ambrose's accusations against Rachel in the last letter Philip received?
(a) Ambrose was delusional.
(b) Ambrose believed Rachel was going to leave him.
(c) Ambrose and Rachel had been having a normal marital quarrel.
(d) Ambrose used the word "torment" because he was tormented by the thought of leaving Rachel alone.

3. What is the weather like when Philip arrives in Italy?
(a) Rainy and cold.
(b) Warm and breezy.
(c) Sunny and humid.
(d) Hot and dry.

4. What does Rachel joke that Aunt Phoebe died of?
(a) A heart attack when she saw her wedding ring.
(b) Boredom.
(c) Food poisoning after eating her new husband's cooking.
(d) Shock on her wedding night.

5. How does Philip feel when he learns that Ambrose and Rachel have decided to stay in Italy for the summer?
(a) Sad.
(b) Angry.
(c) Relieved.
(d) Jealous.

Short Answer Questions

1. In his letters to Philip, what symptom does Ambrose mention first?

2. Why does Philip think Louise is more perceptive than her father after he shares his suspicions about Rachel with Nick Kendall?

3. What is the name of the horse that Rachel rides?

4. What hobby do Ambrose and Rachel have in common?

5. What month is Philip's birthday in?

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