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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. Where do Mary and Colin believe they will find an open restaurant at the end of the first chapter?
(a) Near the hotel.
(b) On the other side of the city.
(c) In the hotel.
(d) No where.

3. Where are Mary and Colin vacationing?
(a) Venice
(b) Paris
(c) Rome
(d) London

4. What causes Mary and Colin to begin telling Robert about themselves?
(a) Robert's prying questions
(b) The atmosphere in the bar
(c) Drinking wine
(d) Robert's warm demeanor

5. How does Robert first meet Caroline?
(a) She comes to Robert's home with her parents who are Canadian diplomats.
(b) They meet at school.
(c) Robert's family visits a fellow diplomat in Canada.
(d) She is a friend of his sisters' and she comes to the house to play.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event becomes a part of each of Mary and Colin's days while on vacation?

2. What does Mary note about the water in Venice?

3. Who was considered the head of Robert's family when he was a child?

4. Why does Robert's father beat him for three nights in a row?

5. Who does Mary tell Colin they should have brought with them on vacation?

(see the answer key)

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