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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What circumstance seems to set an ominous tone for the evening for Mary?
(a) The lateness of their leaving the hotel.
(b) The argument that they had earlier in the day.
(c) The uneventful nature of their love making.
(d) The ambivalence she feels towards Colin.

2. Why are Mary and Colin not speaking to each other at the beginning of the novel?
(a) They can no longer remember the reason
(b) They have fallen out of love
(c) They rarely see eye to eye
(d) They recently fought over their vacation

3. In Robert's opinion, what about the English language makes it beautiful?
(a) It has many unique words.
(b) It is full of misunderstandings.
(c) It is easy to learn.
(d) It sounds like singing.

4. How long have Colin and Mary been together?
(a) 5 years
(b) 7 years
(c) 7 months
(d) 10 years

5. Which of the following best describes the ritual Mary and Colin both go through each evening before leaving for dinner?
(a) Loving
(b) Destructive
(c) Self indulgent
(d) Selfless

Short Answer Questions

1. What sound awakens Mary and Colin each afternoon?

2. How quickly do Robert, Mary and Colin drink their first bottle of wine?

3. What topic most often consumes Mary's dreams while on vacation?

4. What often happens to Mary and Colin when they are sightseeing or shopping?

5. Which of the following is NOT a type of map offered in the kiosks around Venice?

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