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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters III and IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Nioche claim his daughter is like?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Mrs. Tristam.
(c) Himself.
(d) Newman.

2. How is Newman described in the opening chapter of "The American"?
(a) As being very dangerous looking.
(b) As being attractive.
(c) As having severe scars on his face and arms.
(d) As being extraordinarily short.

3. What is Newman's full name?
(a) The reader never finds out.
(b) Jackson Christopher Newman Smith.
(c) Jackson Christopher Newman Smith III.
(d) Christopher Newman.

4. Where does Tristam suggest he and Newman go instead of hanging out in the Louvre?
(a) Back to Madrid.
(b) To a nearby cafe.
(c) The Palais Royal.
(d) A nearby park.

5. Who coordinates delivery of Noemie's first painting to Newman?
(a) Her publicity person.
(b) A museum curator.
(c) The museum librarian.
(d) Her father.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does Newman first see Noemie?

3. Why can't Noemie's father help her get married?

4. What does Mrs. Tristam accuse Newman of when he confesses that he has never been in love?

5. How does Tristam describe Claire to Newman?

(see the answer key)

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