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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Marburg Sisters.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How would Linnaeus' family have reacted if they knew that he had traveled to the estate?
(a) They would have been pleased.
(b) They would have been confused.
(c) They would have been worried.
(d) They would have been apathetic.

2. When Jonathan wakes in the middle of the night and looks at his wife, Ruby, what does he often think?
(a) That she has put on a bit too much weight.
(b) That she has not aged gracefully.
(c) All of the answers are true.
(d) That he is no longer in love with her.

3. How long before Linnaeus' death is the story "The English Pupil" set?
(a) One hour.
(b) One month.
(c) One day.
(d) One week.

4. In what year did Antoina's family immigrate to America?
(a) 1890.
(b) 1900.
(c) 1910.
(d) 1880.

5. How does Christopher feel about his sister's personality?
(a) He does not have an opinion about it.
(b) He is concerned by it.
(c) He is embarrassed by it.
(d) He is proud of it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Tati's supervisor attempt to do when Antonia was visiting Tati at work as a child?

2. What is Richard's prized possession?

3. When Linnaeus reaches his estate, what is the one thing he wished he had to complete the ambiance in the room?

4. What is the name of the Marburg sisters' mother?

5. Which of the following events prompts Sarah Anne to believe that she will die a spinster?

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