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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Art of Fiction.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Dencombe say about his best books?
(a) They were his first.
(b) They have not been written yet.
(c) He will never write them.
(d) They are his last two books.

2. Who steers conversation at Mr. Offord's house?
(a) The narrator.
(b) Mr. Offord.
(c) Brooksmith.
(d) The guests steer it among themselves.

3. What does the main character plan to do, when she is disappointed by Captain Everard?
(a) Break off with Mr. Mudge.
(b) Expose the affair to Lady Bradeen's husband.
(c) Offer to work for Lady Bradeen.
(d) Marry Mr. Mudge.

4. What does art thrive on, according to 'Art of Fiction'?
(a) Mysticism.
(b) Discussion.
(c) Real conflicts.
(d) Vision.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Offord conduct in his home?

2. What are the main character's feelings about the episode of the Monarchs' visit?

3. What is the publisher's rent?

4. How does James describe Miss Churm?

5. What is Captain Everard's relationship with Lady Bradeen?

(see the answer key)

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