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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) Stevens' father collapsed and they are waiting for a doctor
(c) The cook has burned the duck for dinner
(d) There is not enough brandy for after dinner drinks

2. What does Mr. Faraday call Mr. Stevens when he learns of Mr. Stevens' plans to visit Miss Kenton?
(a) Hopeless Romantic
(b) Eternal Optimist
(c) Delusional Fool
(d) Ladies Man

3. What does Miss Kenton insinuate in her letter?
(a) She may want to return to work at Darlington Hall
(b) That she has always loved Stevens
(c) That she has three children
(d) That her husband has committed adultery

4. How does the encounter with the old man at the forest symbolize Stevens' personality?
(a) He is on the edge of the road
(b) He is always headed in the wrong direction
(c) He is kind-hearted
(d) He can't see the forest for the trees

5. What does this road trip supply for Stevens?
(a) A shopping excursion
(b) Time alone to ponder and reminisce
(c) A chance to meet new vendors
(d) A well-deserved vacation

Short Answer Questions

1. Miss Kenton could be a solution for what problem at Darlington Hall?

2. How can Stevens' father's demeanor best be described?

3. What is Lord Darlington's hope for the conference?

4. What book does Mr. Stevens consult before leaving on his trip?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Miss Kenton's reaction to the dismissal of the Jewish girls?

2. Describe Miss Kenton's situation.

3. What are Stevens' continuing thoughts on what makes a great butler?

4. How does the scene at the pond indicate Stevens' state of mind during his road trip?

5. Describe Stevens' behavior and thoughts while his father is ill during the conference.

6. What irony or insult to Lord Darlington does Stevens think about when recalling the German ambassador's visit?

7. Explain the role of flashbacks in the story.

8. What occasion does Stevens recall where the silver altered the apprehensive nature of a guest?

9. Explain the nature of Miss Kenton's letter to Stevens.

10. How does the Day 6, Evening Chapter begin?

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