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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is John Dowell's nickname for Captain Edward Ashburnham?
(a) Captain Ed.
(b) Teddy.
(c) Ted.
(d) Ed.

2. In the third chapter, what fear does John Dowell express?
(a) That he is a eunuch among real men.
(b) That he is secretly in love with Leonora Ashburnham.
(c) That he is a cursed man.
(d) That he is a saint among sinners.

3. During the stay at Nauheim, who is the only person to be unaware of the affair that takes place?
(a) John Dowell.
(b) Leonora Ashburnham.
(c) Captain Edward Ashburnham.
(d) Florence Dowell.

4. John Dowell can only recall one particular dress his wife Florence wore during their stay at Nauheim. What kind of pattern is on this dress?
(a) A Hawaiian pattern.
(b) A polka dot pattern.
(c) A Chinese pattern.
(d) A floral pattern.

5. How do the Dowells meet the Ashburnhams for the first time?
(a) They meet while dining at Nauheim.
(b) They meet on a passenger ship during the Dowells' honeymoon.
(c) They meet while playing tennis at Nauheim.
(d) They meet while relaxing in the bathhouse at Nauheim.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to John Dowell, Leonora Ashburnham looks best while wearing which color?

2. In Chapter 2, John Dowell is reminded of a folktale. In the folktale, which two characters appear?

3. From which city does Florence Dowell's family originate?

4. In Chapter 3, when the Ashburnhams are seated for dinner, what do they say to their waiter?

5. When John Dowell's wife passes away, what does he want to do with the money he inherits from her estate?

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