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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Colin respond to Robert's stories about his family and his wife?
(a) He ignores Robert.
(b) He asks many probing questions.
(c) He is touched by Robert's kindness.
(d) He falls asleep.

2. How is the beach setting described as at the beginning of this chapter?
(a) As crowded and lively
(b) As crowded and oppressive
(c) As deserted and lonely
(d) As dirty and polluted

3. What does Mary realize that frightens her?
(a) Robert has a photograph of Colin standing on the balcony of the hotel.
(b) Robert and Colin knew each other earlier.
(c) She and Colin must return to England soon.
(d) Robert ad Colin are in love with each other.

4. What does Robert believe all women want?
(a) To have choices
(b) To fall in love
(c) To control men
(d) To be ruled by men

5. Which of Caroline's character traits makes Robert fall in love with her?
(a) Her complacency
(b) Her sharp tongue
(c) Her sympathy
(d) Her beauty

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the "apelike" teenage boy spend his time doing while at the beach?

2. Why do Mary and Colin become concerned when they finally get a table at a cafe?

3. How do Robert's sisters attempt to embarrass him in front of Caroline?

4. Why does Caroline have difficulty moving around the house?

5. Who does Robert insist on toasting to during dinner?

(see the answer key)

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