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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Mr. Button dressed the day his wife gives birth?
(a) In his smoking jacket.
(b) In pajamas.
(c) Impeccably.
(d) Disheveled.

2. How does Benjamin feel when he finally meets Hildegarde?
(a) Annoyed.
(b) Nervous.
(c) Bored.
(d) Elated.

3. Who starts to follow Benjamin on his way to the train station after Mr. Hart threw him out?
(a) A mob of students and other community members.
(b) A pack of wolves.
(c) College professors.
(d) Small children.

4. What does Benjamin wish, regarding himself, upon meeting and speaking with Hildegarde?
(a) That he was actually 50 years old.
(b) That he had not met Hildegarde.
(c) That he could tell Hildegarde the truth.
(d) That Hildegarde could like men, and him, at any age.

5. In 1860, where are most babies born?
(a) At home.
(b) In a hospital.
(c) In a home for mothers.
(d) In a birthing center.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the truth about Benjamin's birth not spread as quickly as the rumors?

2. Where does Mr. Button run into Dr. Keene?

3. How do those in society who meet Benjamin react?

4. What do Benjamin and Hildegarde plan to do to continue their discussion?

5. What is the problem with men who are in their 30s, according to Hildegarde?

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