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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. How does Newman come to view Tristam after a while?
(a) As one of the kindest people he knows.
(b) As his long-lost brother.
(c) As a bit of a snob.
(d) As someone in need of medical help for his drinking.

2. What is Claire de Bellegarde's history of marriage?
(a) She has never been engaged or married.
(b) She has been engaged three times but never married.
(c) She is still married, but a divorce is inevitable.
(d) She is a widow.

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

4. Who officially introduces Newman and Claire to each other?
(a) No one; they end up meeting on their own anyway.
(b) Tristam.
(c) Mrs. Tristam.
(d) A match-making service.

5. Why can't Noemie's father help her get married?
(a) He has no money for a dowry.
(b) He has no connections.
(c) She is getting too old to be desirable.
(d) He is a criminal.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When was "The American" originally published in book form?

3. How does Tristam describe Claire to Newman?

4. How is Newman described in the opening chapter of "The American"?

5. In what magazine was "The American" originally published as a series?

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