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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 6- Chapter 11: The Wood-Path and Chapter 12: Coverdale's Hermitage.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The neighbors of Blithedale gossip that Zenobia and Hollingsworth are lovers; where do they say they plan to erect their home?
(a) On a sloping hill where they frequently walk.
(b) Near the mountainside.
(c) By a nearby pond they like to visit.
(d) In a beautiful meadow where they have picnics.

2. Why does Coverdale think that Priscilla deserves some poetry written about her?
(a) Because of her beauty.
(b) Because of her childhood.
(c) Because of the mystery that surrounds her.
(d) Because of her temperament.

3. After Moodie visits, Coverdale decides to take a holiday for the day; where does he go?
(a) The woods.
(b) The lake.
(c) The meadow.
(d) The city.

4. What does Coverdale suspect about Zenobia's countenance as he sees her interact with Priscilla in Section 5, Chapter 9?
(a) She is too cold and heartless.
(b) She appears as though she is deviously plotting.
(c) She seems to be acting too sweetly.
(d) She is truly being helpful.

5. What does Coverdale suspect that Priscilla purposefully arranged for Moodie to see?
(a) Priscilla and Zenobia acting playfully.
(b) Zenobia and Hollingsworth together.
(c) Priscilla crying.
(d) Priscilla and Hollingsworth together.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Priscilla ask that Zenobia do for her?

2. In Section 5, Chapter 9, what does Coverdale realize it's not mentally healthy to do?

3. The night that all the newcomers arrive at Blithedale, what does Zenobia tell them all she will act as?

4. What discomposes Priscilla after she delivers a letter to Coverdale, in Section 4, Chapter 8?

5. What is the name of Mrs. Foster's husband?

(see the answer key)

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