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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the Ashburnhams and the Dowells first meet, Captain Edward Ashburnham has been serving in the military in which country?
(a) Australia.
(b) India.
(c) China.
(d) France.

2. On the night of Florence Dowell's death, what does Captain Edward Ashburnham tell Nancy Rufford?
(a) That she, Nancy, is the person for whom he cares most in the world.
(b) That Florence Dowell is the person for whom he cares most in the world.
(c) That he has reconciled with his wife.
(d) That he murdered Florence Dowell.

3. Who, according to Leonora Ashburnham, has the upper hand in the Dowell's marriage?
(a) John Dowell.
(b) Captain Edward Ashburnham.
(c) Florence Dowell.
(d) She believes John and Flourence Dowell behave as equals in their marriage.

4. According to John Dowell, Leonora Ashburnham looks best while wearing which color?
(a) Red.
(b) White.
(c) Blue.
(d) Black.

5. In the second chapter, it's revealed that John and Florence Dowell spend twelve years of their marriage doing what?
(a) Seeking medical treatment.
(b) Traveling from city to city.
(c) Having various extramarital affairs.
(d) Donating to charity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is the dress Nancy Rufford wears on the night of Florence Dowell's death?

2. When it's discovered that Florence Dowell has a heart condition, what does the doctor tell John Dowell he should never do?

3. Which words best describe the character of Florence Dowell's uncle?

4. Of her mother and father, whom does Nancy prefer?

5. In Part 1, Chapter 6, what does Florence Dowell try to convince Leonora Ashburnham to do?

(see the answer key)

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