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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters VII and VIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason does Newman give for why he has never been married?
(a) He was too poor to support a wife.
(b) He was worried people would be after his money.
(c) He didn't want to make a mistake in the matter.
(d) He didn't trust women.

2. How does Newman feel about the idea that he isn't good enough to marry Claire?
(a) He knows it's true.
(b) He finds it ridiculous.
(c) He is deeply hurt.
(d) He overlooks the gossip.

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

4. What does Noemie do for a living?
(a) Paints landscapes from famous parts of Europe.
(b) Paints replicas of paintings in the Louvre.
(c) Paints scenes from famous events in history.
(d) Paints portraits of people she sees on the streets.

5. Why was Claire unable to inherit her husband's money?
(a) He didn't have any.
(b) His family filed a lawsuit against her.
(c) This is a trick question; she never had a husband.
(d) She was not old enough.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Claire feel about marriage?

2. What relationship did Tristam and Newman have prior to meeting again in the story?

3. Why does Valentin claim to be horrified at the idea of Newman wanting to marry Claire?

4. At the end of Chapter VIII, what does Valentin agree to do for Newman?

5. What topic comes up during Newman's first visit to see Claire?

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