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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Colin initially react when Mary tells him what has frightened her?
(a) He tries to soothe her.
(b) He dismisses it.
(c) He falls asleep.
(d) He is also frightened.

2. Which of the following is NOT a topic of discussion between Mary and Colin during this chapter?
(a) Their visit to Robert and Caroline's apartment
(b) Their friends
(c) The other tourists staying in the hotel
(d) The politics of sex

3. What does Robert focus on as he gives Colin a tour of his gallery?
(a) The cost of each item in the gallery
(b) The historical significance of each item in the gallery
(c) Where he and Caroline purchased the items in the gallery
(d) The relationship between the men in his family and the items in the gallery

4. What does Robert do to Colin that surprises him?
(a) Suggests Colin seduce Caroline
(b) Punches him in the stomach
(c) Kisses him
(d) Gives him one of his mementos of his father

5. Which of the following describes the tone of the first chapter of this novel?
(a) Excited
(b) Dull
(c) Optimistic
(d) Ominous

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Colin do for a living?

2. Why does Mary propose amputating Colin's arms and legs?

3. What comfort does Robert offer Mary and Colin at the end of the chapter?

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

5. Why do Mary and Colin leave their hotel room after making love?

(see the answer key)

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