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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. According to Stevens, a butler must have ________________________ as well as a working knowledge on a number of subjects.
(a) strong faith
(b) a driver's license
(c) new clothes
(d) a command of the language

2. Mr. Farraday's comment makes Mr. Stevens feel __________________.
(a) angry
(b) validated
(c) uncomfortable
(d) pleased

3. Voicing his comparisons of himself to other butlers would be ____________.
(a) funny
(b) vulgar
(c) timely
(d) inappropriate

4. What is the overall goal of the conference?
(a) Discuss the demise of the British monarchy
(b) Freeze German reparation payments and withdraw French troops
(c) Determine who should be the next ruler of Germany
(d) Establish the United Nations

5. What is Mr. Stevens' profession?
(a) Butler
(b) Lawyer
(c) Surgeon
(d) Farmer

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Stevens' behavior indicates that he is haunted by ______________________.

3. Where did Stevens spend the night?

4. What is Mr. Stevens considering at point in time?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Miss Kenton's personality and work style challenge Stevens at first?

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

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

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

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

6. What is the extent of Stevens' travels during his lifetime?

7. Who is Lisa and why does her presence create such a stir at Darlington Hall?

8. Describe the role that professionalism and loyalty serve in Stevens' life.

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

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

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