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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 does James describe Brooksmith's physical appearance?
(a) Fat.
(b) Tall.
(c) Lanky.
(d) Short.

2. What does Daisy Miller do that gives people the idea that she and Mr. Giovanelli are engaged?
(a) Wears jewelry he gives her.
(b) Spends time with him alone.
(c) Kisses him publicly.
(d) Visits his house.

3. What is Brooksmith's role at Mr. Offord's gatherings?
(a) Managing the servants.
(b) Hiding the affairs.
(c) Fixing drinks.
(d) Moderating discussion.

4. What does the publisher bring to Julianne Bordereau?
(a) Flowers.
(b) Money.
(c) Letters.
(d) Gifts.

5. What does the publisher believe is the reason for Julianne Bordereau wearing a certain accessory in his presence?
(a) To seduce him.
(b) To protect herself from getting a headache.
(c) To impress him.
(d) To hide the searing power of her eyes.

Short Answer Questions

1. How often does the narrator stop by Mr. Offord's house?

2. What was the crowd like that came to Mr. Offord's house?

3. Who is Pemberton?

4. What condition does Pemberton impose on his agreement to work without pay?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the first surprise we find out about Major and Mrs. Monarch?

2. What is the Moreens' financial situation, and how does this affect Pemberton?

3. Where does the narrator believe Brooksmith has gone?

4. What is the irony in the title ''The Real Thing'?

5. What does 'The Real Thing' say about the nature of art?

6. Who are Miss Churm and Oronte?

7. Describe the conditions under which Morgan dies.

8. What is unique about James' narrative perspective in 'Brooksmith'?

9. What is it about Daisy Miller that is so shocking the Europeans, and certain Americans?

10. What is James saying about aristocracy in 'The Real Thing'?

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