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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Five.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what subject does Edward earn his first degree?
(a) French.
(b) Biology.
(c) Mathematics.
(d) History.

2. What instrument does Florence believe her sister Ruth plays "abysmally" (101)?
(a) The viola.
(b) The cello.
(c) The violin.
(d) The piano.

3. Even though Florence "fears" (171) Edward as he is coming toward her on the beach, she decides not to run away due to what reason?
(a) She is desperate to apologize to Edward.
(b) She feels that to run away would be too cruel.
(c) She thinks Edward has probably already seen her.
(d) She feels that she must bear the brunt of the consequences of her actions.

4. The narrator states that if Edward were to believe that Florence were "terrified of him" (119), then what would happen?
(a) He would be unable to act.
(b) Then she would have to explain.
(c) He would know what to do.
(d) He would be able to be more open.

5. Which composer is NOT listed among Florence's favorites?
(a) Bach.
(b) Schumann.
(c) Brahms.
(d) Beethoven.

Short Answer Questions

1. The first sentence does NOT describe the narrative's main couple by using which description?

2. What kind of music is performed at the venue called the Hundred Club?

3. For what new purpose does Violet want to use the family's unused garage?

4. For how many hours a day does Florence practice the violin during her college years?

5. Once Florence runs from the bedroom and out the door after the couple's first calamitous sexual experience, where does she ultimately end up in her desperate attempt to run away from the situation?

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