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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. Where did Stevens spend the night?
(a) A guest house in Salisbury
(b) A bed and breakfast in Devonshire
(c) A 4-star hotel in London
(d) A Holiday Inn

2. Where does Stevens go for help?
(a) The next town
(b) A nearby farm
(c) A large Victorian house
(d) A service station

3. What is Mr. Stevens considering at point in time?
(a) Taking a road trip
(b) Getting married
(c) Retiring
(d) Starting his own business

4. What does Mr. Stevens consider critical to his work?
(a) Professionalism
(b) Diplomacy
(c) Etiquette
(d) Organizational skills

5. Where are the elder Mr. Stevens' tasks outlined?
(a) On a chalkboard
(b) On a memo pad
(c) On a piece of paper
(d) In a journal

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Stevens think about in the time before breakfast?

3. Stevens does not want people to get the idea that he is ___________________ about working for Lord Darlington.

4. How does Stevens feel about serving at Darlington Hall for so many years?

5. What does the old man say is at the top of the hill?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Stevens' plans for his road trip.

2. Why does Stevens evade the question about being employed by Lord Darlington at one time?

3. Explain the symbolism of the polished silver.

4. Describe the story line in THE REMAINS OF THE DAY.

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

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

7. What happens when Miss Kenton returns to Darlington Hall that evening?

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

9. Why does Stevens return again and again in his mind to his reluctance to admit to being employed by Lord Darlington?

10. Describe the role that integrity and contributions to society contribute toward making a household a great one.

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