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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters IX and X.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What relationship did Tristam and Newman have prior to meeting again in the story?
(a) The were colleagues.
(b) They were teammates.
(c) They were lovers.
(d) They were roommates.

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

4. Where does Tristam want Newman to go so they can play poker together?
(a) The Harvard Club.
(b) The Occidental Club.
(c) The Yale Club.
(d) The Woostser Club.

5. What do the Nioches add to Noemie's first painting that brings its price up?
(a) Drops of liquid gold to make it look fancier.
(b) A frame.
(c) A special coating.
(d) An extra object in the painting.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Claire react to Newman's first visit when he comes to see her?

3. What does Noemie do for a living?

4. Who discourages the idea that Newman might like a tour of the house during his visit to see Claire?

5. Who is Valentin?

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