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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which best describes Captain Edward Ashburnham's reputation?
(a) He has a reputation for being an avid reader.
(b) He has a reputation for being a generous philanthropist.
(c) He has a reputation for being a good solider.
(d) He has a reputation for being an excellent tennis player.

2. In the first chapter, it's revealed that which of these two characters are having an affair?
(a) Florence Dowell and Leonora Ashburnham.
(b) Florence Dowell and Captain Edward Ashburnham.
(c) None of these characters are having an affair.
(d) John Dowell and Leonora Ashburnham.

3. What is the date of Florence Dowell's death?
(a) September 4, 1913.
(b) August 4, 1913.
(c) May 4, 1913.
(d) July 4, 1913.

4. When Nancy Rufford is a child, how does her father treat her?
(a) He was cold and indifferent toward her.
(b) He doted on her and spoiled her immensely.
(c) He was physically abusive toward her.
(d) To her he was a kind, loving, and judicious father.

5. In the second chapter, what does John Dowell receive from Edward Ashburnham?
(a) An apology.
(b) An expensive gift.
(c) A telegraph.
(d) A letter of condolence.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How old is Leonora Ashburnham when she and Captain Edward Ashburnham marry?

3. How long after Florence Dowell dies does John Dowell begin to consider a possible second marriage?

4. Which character is a devout Irish Catholic ?

5. On the Ashburnham's last night at Nauheim, what does Leonora Ashburnham see when she goes into her husband's room to check in on him?

(see the answer key)

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