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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. How does Newman come to view Tristam after a while?
(a) As someone in need of medical help for his drinking.
(b) As a bit of a snob.
(c) As one of the kindest people he knows.
(d) As his long-lost brother.

2. How does Mrs. Tristam know that Claire is back in town after Newman comes back to town?
(a) She sees her buying groceries.
(b) They sees her at a salon.
(c) She sees her leaving confession at a church.
(d) She had tea with her.

3. How is Newman informed that he has been accepted by the Bellegardes family as Claire's suitor?
(a) Very formally in the smoking room.
(b) He is never formally accepted.
(c) Through a letter sent in secret.
(d) They never actually tell him this.

4. What does Urbain make sure to do at the engagement party?
(a) Introduce Newman to all the important people.
(b) Drink a lot.
(c) Make fun of Newman behind his back.
(d) Make sure Claire never gets the chance to speak.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Newman notice about Noemie when he comes to visit her with Valentin?

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

3. Who tells Newman during the opera that she is terribly bored with her husband?

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

5. How does Valentin react to Noemie the first time he sees her?

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