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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 does John Dowell hear for the first time that his wife and Captain Edward Ashburnham have been having an affair?
(a) After the trip to the castle.
(b) After Florence Dowell dies.
(c) After Captain Edward Ashburnham's funeral.
(d) After the death of Maisie Maidan.

2. In Monte Carlo, what expensive gift does Captain Edward Ashburnham buy the courtesan with whom he is obsessed?
(a) A Ming vase.
(b) A tiara.
(c) An Arabian race horse.
(d) A painting by Michel Angelo.

3. In Part 3, Chapter 2, it's mentioned that Nancy Rufford had once been knocked unconscious. For how many days was she unconscious?
(a) Twenty days
(b) Six Days.
(c) Three days.
(d) Half-a-day.

4. According to John Dowell, how long does it take Captain Edward Ashburnham to grow tired of Florence Dowell?
(a) A year.
(b) Three years.
(c) Two years.
(d) Six months.

5. After the trip to Monte Carlo and during his reunion with his military regiment, Captain Edward Ashburnham forms a romantic attachment to which of the following women:
(a) La Dolciquita.
(b) Nancy Rufford.
(c) Mrs. Basil.
(d) Sissy Sassafras.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Nancy Rufford is a child, how does her father treat her?

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

3. Which event in the novel is known as the "Kilsyte case"?

4. On the night of the Dowell's engagement, how does John Dowell get into Florence's bedroom?

5. What is discovered about John Hurlbird's health after his death?

(see the answer key)

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