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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 can Stevens' personality be described?
(a) Shy
(b) Quirky
(c) Aggressive
(d) Obsessive
2. What is the topic of the conference?
(a) Global warming
(b) The oil crisis
(c) The British Empire expansion
(d) Germany's reparations after World War I
3. What does the doctor do after attending to the elder Mr. Stevens?
(a) Writes out a bill
(b) Plays golf with the delegates
(c) Has tea with Lord Darlington
(d) Attends the French delegate who has a foot problem
4. What does the car need?
(a) Water for the radiator
(b) A new windshield
(c) A new tire
(d) Gas
5. What has been the nature of Mr. Stevens' trips?
(a) Family vacations
(b) Annual vacations
(c) Outings for professional duties
(d) Family holidays
Short Answer Questions
1. Why has Stevens missed out on a normal life?
2. What was Stevens' father's profession?
3. How does Stevens feel about serving at Darlington Hall for so many years?
4. What does Stevens feel has happened to Lord Darlington's reputation?
5. Where did Stevens spend the night?
Short Essay Questions
1. In addition to his mental state, the pond scene also symbolizes Stevens' life as a whole. Explain.
2. What is the relationship between Stevens and Mr. Farraday?
3. How does Miss Kenton's assertive behavior make Stevens uncomfortable when she enters the butler's pantry one night?
4. What are Stevens' continuing thoughts on what makes a great butler?
5. What was the nature of Stevens' meeting with Miss Kenton?
6. What concerns does Mr. Cardinal have regarding Lord Darlington?
7. How does the scene at the pond indicate Stevens' state of mind during his road trip?
8. What irony or insult to Lord Darlington does Stevens think about when recalling the German ambassador's visit?
9. What is the significance of the March 23 conference hosted by Lord Darlington?
10. What benefit does the road trip provide for Stevens?
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