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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Day 2, Morning.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What accident does the elder Mr. Stevens have one day?
(a) He sets fire to the drapes
(b) He is hit by a bicyclist
(c) Falls while carrying a tray of food for guests
(d) Trips and falls on an icy sidewalk

2. When Mr. Stevens encounters an old man on the road, what does the old man say?
(a) He needs a ride to the next town
(b) He is waiting on a bus
(c) He invites Stevens into the woods to enjoy the view
(d) He prefers to walk

3. What does the doctor do after attending to the elder Mr. Stevens?
(a) Attends the French delegate who has a foot problem
(b) Plays golf with the delegates
(c) Has tea with Lord Darlington
(d) Writes out a bill

4. Who is Mr. Stevens' current employer?
(a) Winston Churchill
(b) Tony Blair
(c) Mr. Farraday
(d) Margaret Thatcher

5. How can Stevens' personality be described?
(a) Obsessive
(b) Quirky
(c) Aggressive
(d) Shy

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the encounter with the old man at the forest symbolize Stevens' personality?

2. Mr. Farraday's comment makes Mr. Stevens feel __________________.

3. Why does Stevens awaken early?

4. Where did Stevens spend the night?

5. How long has Mr. Stevens been employed in this position?

(see the answer key)

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