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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XI and XII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason does Mrs. Tristam give Newman about why Claire will never act against her mother or brother?
(a) The family is abusive to her.
(b) Claire is too timid.
(c) The importance of family.
(d) It was Claire's father's dying wish that she always obey.

2. What does Newman prefer to do instead of going to the club and playing poker with Tristam?
(a) Spending time alone.
(b) Watching the women paint in the Louvre.
(c) Hanging out and talking to Mrs. Tristam.
(d) Feeding pigeons in the park.

3. How does Claire feel about marriage?
(a) She has vowed never to remarry.
(b) She is eager to do so.
(c) She thinks it is oppressive to women and won't do it on principle.
(d) She thinks people should be able to have more than one spouse.

4. Who discourages the idea that Newman might like a tour of the house during his visit to see Claire?
(a) Newman.
(b) Mrs. Tristam.
(c) Valentin.
(d) Claire.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How much does Noemie tell Newman her first painting wlll cost to purchase?

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

3. When he is visiting with Newman in his new home, how does Valentin confess that he sees himself?

4. How long do Babcock and Newman travel together for before they part ways?

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

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