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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Lydia thankful to Tom for the life he gave her?
(a) Because she was secure in his dominance
(b) Because he let her be herself
(c) Because he gave her all the money she needed
(d) Because he let her live in his shadow

2. How do Anna's temperament and William's temperament complement one another?
(a) She is the storm. He is the calm.
(b) She is the rain. He is the sunshine.
(c) She is sunlight. He is darkness.
(d) She is arrogant. He is humble.

3. What does Brangwen find to replace the desires he has for his wife?
(a) He reads throughout the night.
(b) He becomes closer to Anna and drinks more.
(c) He works day and night.
(d) He spends all his time at the bar.

4. What does Anton write in a letter to Ursula after he goes back to the army?
(a) He might have to go to war in South Africa.
(b) He wants to marry her.
(c) He doesn't want to see her anymore.
(d) He loves her.

5. Strebensky returns from Africa and starts up his relationship with Ursula again. What are Ursula's inner feelings after she and Anton consummate their love?
(a) She feels guilty and sinful.
(b) She is strong and sure of herself.
(c) She is timid and unsure.
(d) She is critical and angry with herself.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is a great comfort to Ursula while she shrinks away from other people, afraid she is not like them?

2. What is Ursula's view of religious scripture?

3. What does William witness that torments him for the rest of his life?

4. Why does William suffer behind his bright face?

5. How does Tom feel as he watches his wife in the pain of childbirth?

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