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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. How long has Miss Kenton been gone?
(a) 2 years
(b) 15 years
(c) 20 years
(d) 10 years

2. What had Miss Kenton brought to Stevens' office at Darlington Hall one day?
(a) Candy
(b) Magazines
(c) New curtains
(d) Fresh flowers

3. Under whom did Stevens train as a butler?
(a) His grandfather
(b) A professional services organization
(c) The Queen's butler
(d) His own father

4. Who is in charge of staffing at Darlington Hall?
(a) Mr. Stevens
(b) Mr. Faraday
(c) Lord Darlington
(d) Miss Kenton

5. How much has Mr. Stevens traveled in his life?
(a) Very little
(b) Once a month
(c) Extensively
(d) Once every six months

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Stevens go to admire some natural beauty?

2. What was the number of staff employed at Darlington Hall 20 years ago?

3. Who assists Stevens with his problem?

4. The old man tells Stevens that it may be his last chance to ___________________________.

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the symbolism of the polished silver.

2. What benefit does the road trip provide for Stevens?

3. In addition to his mental state, the pond scene also symbolizes Stevens' life as a whole. Explain.

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

5. Explain Stevens' personal complications during the time of the conference.

6. Describe Stevens' plans for his road trip.

7. What are the rumors related to Lard Darlington's sympathies for the Nazis?

8. What concerns does Mr. Cardinal have regarding Lord Darlington?

9. How does Miss Kenton's assertive behavior make Stevens uncomfortable when she enters the butler's pantry one night?

10. Why does Miss Kenton not follow through on her threat to resign?

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