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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 19 and 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What change in Mrs. Wilkins does Mrs. Arbuthnot notice in Chapter 11?
(a) Mrs. Wilkins is becoming more cherry and irrational.
(b) Mrs. Wilkins is becoming more clear, selfless and thoughtful.
(c) Mrs. Wilkins is becoming more irate and selfish.
(d) Mrs. Wilkins is becoming more mellow and careless.

2. Why does Rose regret writing to her husband in Chapter 17?
(a) She fears he will not get along with Mellersh.
(b) She fears he will not come to the villa or even respond to her letter.
(c) She thinks he will try to control her and ruin her relaxing vacation.
(d) She wants to start a romance with someone in Italy.

3. How did Lady Caroline and Mrs. Fisher come to arrive at the house at the same time?
(a) They decided to travel together so they could play cards on the train.
(b) They were previously acquainted and felt it proper to travel together.
(c) They both came to Italy early to get the nicest rooms.
(d) They tried to arrive before the other but ended up arriving at the same time.

4. Who is Lotty?
(a) Lady Caroline.
(b) Mrs. Wilkins.
(c) Mrs. Arbuthnot.
(d) Mrs. Fisher.

5. What can Mrs. Wilkins see from her bedroom window?
(a) A statue of the Virgin Mary.
(b) The ocean, mountains and the gardens.
(c) The nearby town waking up.
(d) A sprawling golf course.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mrs. Fisher, what are women not made for?

2. What does Mrs. Wilkins notice Mrs. Arbuthnot doing in Chapter 1?

3. What is the weather like when the women arrive in Italy in Chapter 5?

4. What does Costanza present Mrs. Fisher with in Chapter 15?

5. What does Mrs. Arbuthnot consider wearing in her hair in Chapter 20?

(see the answer key)

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