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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Mary and Colin not leave the cafe after the waiter shakes his head at their order?
(a) They spot Robert and want to talk to him.
(b) They intend to speak to the manager of the restaurant.
(c) They believe he may actually bring their drinks.
(d) They are too tired to walk.

2. What ritual did Robert's family perform each evening when he was growing up?
(a) They sat and listened to his father read.
(b) They kissed their father goodnight.
(c) They had vibrant dinner conversations.
(d) They sat and listened to his mother read.

3. Why do Mary and Colin become concerned when they finally get a table at a cafe?
(a) They are at the far edge of the waiter's station and cannot be seen.
(b) They are unable to read the menu because it is in Italian.
(c) The restaurant does not serve beverages.
(d) They realize they do not have cash with them.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are Mary and Colin not speaking to each other at the beginning of the novel?

2. What do Mary and Colin notice about Robert's appearance once they have been in the bar for some time?

3. What does Mary liken the cafe to?

4. Which of the following is NOT a unique characteristic of the bar Robert takes Mary and Colin to?

5. Why doesn't Robert's father allow him to eat chocolate?

(see the answer key)

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