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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Jolly Corner.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Dencombe before he can tell Dr. Hugh that he is a writer?
(a) He faints.
(b) Dr. Hugh is called away.
(c) Dr. Hugh tells him about the Countess and Miss Vernham.
(d) He dies.

2. How does Spencer Brydon acquire a second house?
(a) By inheritance.
(b) As a business investment.
(c) As a gift.
(d) He bought it.

3. What does Dencombe feel about his future?
(a) He is depressed about his narrowing prospects.
(b) He looks forward to critical appreciation for the book he is working on now.
(c) He expects to begin over again.
(d) He is apprehensive about his savings holding out.

4. How does James characterize the Monarchs as models?
(a) Fidgety.
(b) Useless.
(c) Inventive.
(d) Uncreative.

5. How does James characterize the lifestyle John Marcher leads?
(a) Social.
(b) Active.
(c) Philanthropic.
(d) Quiet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Brooksmith's role at Mr. Offord's gatherings?

2. What does Daisy Miller do that gives people the idea that she and Mr. Giovanelli are engaged?

3. The Monarchs ask the main character to hire them as ___________.

4. Who is the main character of 'The Real Thing'?

5. How does James describe Miss Churm?

(see the answer key)

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