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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XXV and XXVI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Newman decide to try to talk to Claire's mother and brother one last time after the engagement is called off?
(a) To ask them to give him a little money.
(b) To convince them to let him marry Claire.
(c) To ask for the gifts back that he gave Claire.
(d) Just to get his frustration out.

2. What topic comes up during Newman's first visit to see Claire?
(a) Newman's business ventures.
(b) A plague that is taking over the city.
(c) How much everyone hates the queen.
(d) Newman's home in San Francisco.

3. Where does Newman meet Neomie's father after his engagement has fallen apart?
(a) A cafe.
(b) A park.
(c) The library.
(d) An outdoor market.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What specific piece of information does Newman give Claire's mother the first time they are alone together?

2. How does Mrs. Tristam know that Claire is back in town after Newman comes back to town?

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

4. How does Newman learn that Urbain and Madame de Bellegarde are returning to Paris to support Claire's decision to become a nun?

5. What hotel is Newman staying in when he meets Tristam?

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