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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XV and XVI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Noemie's father claim would make his daughter happier?
(a) Both of these answers are correct.
(b) To be not pretty.
(c) To be married.
(d) Neither of these answers are correct.

2. Why does Nioche seek out Newman when he returns to Paris?
(a) He wants to keep giving him French lessons.
(b) He believes he found the perfect husband for Noemie.
(c) He wants to sell more of Noemie's paintings.
(d) He is afraid someone is trying to kill him.

3. When Newman comes to visit Claire's home for the first time, what happens?
(a) He gets lost.
(b) He is told she is not in.
(c) There is a fire in the building.
(d) He has been given a fake address.

4. What does Nioche ask Newman to respect in their quest to see Noemie married?
(a) His wife's wishes about her future husband's family.
(b) His daughter's innocence.
(c) His wishes about her future husband's profession.
(d) His daughter's own preferences and desires.

5. What does everyone drink during Newman's first visit to see Claire?
(a) Wine.
(b) Water.
(c) Tea.
(d) Brandy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Newman think Noemie has come to be so wise in the ways of the world?

2. What does Claire threaten to do if Newman brings up the topic of marriage again?

3. Nioche describes his former wife as _____________.

4. How long does Newman wait to pay a visit to Claire after he has spoken to Valentin about his intentions with her?

5. How does Claire react to Newman's first visit when he comes to see her?

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