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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XVII and XVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Nioche describes his former wife as _____________.
(a) His purgatory.
(b) An angel.
(c) A firecracker.
(d) A steady tree in a harsh wind.

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

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

4. What does Urbain tell Newman the family still needs to come to terms with?
(a) The fact that Newman is a businessman.
(b) The fact that Newman is so much older than Claire.
(c) The fact that Newman is from Brazil.
(d) The fact that Newman is not good at French.

5. When Newman first meets Urbain, what is he preparing to do?
(a) Attend a ball.
(b) Go for a hike.
(c) Host a dinner party.
(d) Go out fox hunting.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Urbain make sure to do at the engagement party?

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

5. What is Newman on the verge of doing when he spots Tom Tristam?

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