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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 surprises Valentin about the invitation his family sends out for Newman and Claire's engagement party?
(a) It doesn't mention that an American will be there as the entertainment.
(b) It leaves off Newman's full name.
(c) It doesn't have the family crest on it.
(d) It isn't on their usual stationery.

2. How long do Babcock and Newman travel together for before they part ways?
(a) Only a few days.
(b) Only a day or so.
(c) Several weeks.
(d) One full month.

3. What is Urbain unhappy about at the engagement party?
(a) The way his wife is behaving.
(b) The fact that his best friend didn't show up.
(c) Claire's dress.
(d) Newman's own happiness.

4. What is Babcock's job?
(a) He is a tennis player.
(b) He is a Unitarian minister.
(c) He is an artist.
(d) He is a businessman.

5. What topic comes up during Newman's first visit to see Claire?
(a) Newman's business ventures.
(b) Newman's home in San Francisco.
(c) A plague that is taking over the city.
(d) How much everyone hates the queen.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Nioche seek out Newman when he returns to Paris?

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

3. What does Newman tell Claire he meant in his first proposal to her?

4. Who reassures Newman that he is acting appropriately at his engagement party?

5. Who informs Newman that Noemie has left her father's home?

(see the answer key)

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