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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Leith go to the ballet with in the 1930s?
(a) Iris.
(b) Aurora.
(c) Peter Exley.
(d) Jason Searle.

2. Why does Aldred spend two years walking across China?
(a) Because he wants to find Professor Gardiner.
(b) Because he is in the Chinese Army.
(c) Because he wants to.
(d) Because he escapes prison.

3. Who is the Portuguese typist?
(a) Norah.
(b) Iris.
(c) Miss Xavier.
(d) Miss Mills.

4. What place does NOT have a room for Peter Exley?
(a) Hong Kong.
(b) Ita Jima.
(c) MacGregor Road.
(d) Kure.

5. What does Aldred want to look for in town?
(a) Another room to stay.
(b) A gift for Helen.
(c) Another job.
(d) Transportation home.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Helen do in Marseilles that Benedict admires above all else?

2. What does Aldred believe literature does for Helen and Benedict?

3. The affair with Aurora ends when Aldred goes to study in what country?

4. What sport is played near Peter Exley's office?

5. What is Aldred doing in Hiroshima?

(see the answer key)

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