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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which word best characterizes the party at Lady Brathurst's home?
(a) Tedious.
(b) Unpretentious.
(c) Licentious.
(d) Subdued.

2. What village is Merivel's mansion in?
(a) Whittlesea.
(b) Whitehall.
(c) Bidnold.
(d) Cheapside.

3. Who does Celia love?
(a) Only the King.
(b) No one.
(c) Only Merivel.
(d) The King and Merivel.

4. What gift does the King give Merivel?
(a) A portrait.
(b) A vase.
(c) Surgical tools.
(d) Kitchen knifes.

5. What demand did Celia make on the King?
(a) To get her a larger apartment.
(b) To train her as an artist.
(c) To give up his other mistresses.
(d) To give her more money.

Short Answer Questions

1. Does Pearce agree with Celia's portrayal of the King's feelings?

2. What collection does the King show Merivel and his father?

3. What can't Merivel seem to capture in his paintings of Meg?

4. What instrument does Merivel play to get the bird to sing?

5. What job does the Justice of the Peace give to Merivel?

(see the answer key)

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