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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What expensive household item does Rachel give Philip as a gift?
(a) A chaise lounge for his library.
(b) A silver tea service.
(c) A chandelier for the dining room.
(d) Coverings for the blue room.

3. Why does Rachel think that Ambrose left her out of his will?
(a) He lost faith in her after she had a miscarriage.
(b) He knew she would spend all the money.
(c) He believed she had no right to the estate because it was already promised to Philip.
(d) He did not really love her.

4. Why does Rachel describe Philip as the "despair of every mother?"
(a) He has terrible manners.
(b) He is a wealthy man, but he is unattractive.
(c) He takes women on one date and never calls on them again.
(d) He is not interested in their daughters.

5. Who does Philip say are the only people who give lessons?
(a) Spinsters.
(b) Men.
(c) School teachers.
(d) Widows.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Rachel suggest she will marry if she ever marries again?

2. How old is Don?

3. What does Philip think happened to the money from Rachel's first marriage?

4. What is Louise's first impression of Rachel?

5. Why does the food at the house get better while Rachel is there?

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