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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. What does Claire say in response to Newman's first confession to her that he feels very deeply for her?
(a) She is not interested.
(b) He will never be rich enough for her.
(c) She also feels very deeply for him.
(d) She has aleady decided not to remarry.

2. How does Mrs. Tristam think Claire's response to his marriage proposal should be interpreted?
(a) As a victory.
(b) As a sign that he needs to make more money before trying again.
(c) As a sign that he should stop talking to her.
(d) As a humiliating defeat.

3. When Newman comes to visit Claire's home for the first time, what happens?
(a) He gets lost.
(b) He is told she is not in.
(c) He has been given a fake address.
(d) There is a fire in the building.

4. How does Mrs. Bread feel about Claire?
(a) Like she's not good enough for her beloved Newman.
(b) She doesn't know her well enough to have an opinion.
(c) Like she's the girl she's been waiting so long to come for Newman.
(d) Like she's her own daughter.

5. What is Urbain unhappy about at the engagement party?
(a) The fact that his best friend didn't show up.
(b) The way his wife is behaving.
(c) Claire's dress.
(d) Newman's own happiness.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How does Valentin respond to Newman's observation that Valentin does nothing but enjoy his leisure?

4. Which child did Claire's family think would ruin the family's good name?

5. How long has Mrs. Bread known Claire's mother?

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