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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Preface, Books 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On which day does Strether go to the theater with Miss Gostrey?
(a) The third.
(b) The ninth.
(c) The first.
(d) The seventh.

2. On what street is Chad's building?
(a) The Boulevard Malesherbes.
(b) Avenue Victor Hugo.
(c) Rue de Rivoli.
(d) Boulevard de Clichy.

3. How does Miss Gostrey know Waymarsh?
(a) She has used his professional services.
(b) She has walked his dogs.
(c) He has used her professional services.
(d) Through mutual friends.

4. Why does Miss Gostrey suspect that Waymarsh is uncomfortable during their walk?
(a) He looks at his watch.
(b) He tells her so.
(c) He is sweating.
(d) He is stammering.

5. Who is Mamie Pocock?
(a) Strether's ex-wife.
(b) Sarah Newsome's sister-in-law.
(c) Chad's ex-wife.
(d) Chad's mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. From where does Strether recognize the young lady?

2. Where does Strether go walking in Paris?

3. On what does Strether have his name?

4. Where was Strether before Chester?

5. What does Miss Gostrey say is Strether's failure?

(see the answer key)

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