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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Day 6, Evening.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What town does Stevens explore in the morning?
(a) Taunton
(b) Liverpool
(c) London
(d) Glasgow

2. According to Stevens, what is another characteristic of a great butler?
(a) Serving in a great household
(b) Knowing proper etiquette
(c) Having good posture
(d) Being able to stand for a long time

3. Mr. Stevens is not comfortable with American ________________.
(a) food
(b) customs
(c) literature
(d) sensibilities

4. What does Stevens consider it to be to talk about a former employer?
(a) Required
(b) Necessary
(c) Casual conversation
(d) Impolite

5. Why does Miss Kenton interrupt the conference to beckon Stevens out of the room?
(a) There is a phone call for the French representative
(b) The cook has burned the duck for dinner
(c) There is not enough brandy for after dinner drinks
(d) Stevens' father collapsed and they are waiting for a doctor

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Miss Kenton call Stevens' father one day?

2. How long has Miss Kenton been gone?

3. How does Stevens feel about this widely accepted position?

4. What is the state of Miss Kenton's marriage?

5. Stevens adamantly denies that Lord Darlington had __________________________.

(see the answer key)

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