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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters V and VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Tristam describe Claire to Newman?
(a) As very rich but someone who isn't flashy.
(b) As wicked smart but not very wealthy.
(c) As snooty.
(d) As lovely in every way possible.

3. 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) A nearby park.
(d) The Palais Royal.

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

5. How does Newman think Noemie has come to be so wise in the ways of the world?
(a) By being born with a gift for reading people.
(b) By watching people in the museum.
(c) By spending so much time in the orphanage.
(d) By having a hard life.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What is Newman's full name?

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

5. Nioche describes his former wife as _____________.

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