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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What name does Octavia propose to give to her regular page?
(a) Notes and Queries.
(b) Spirit of the Age.
(c) Ladies' Page.
(d) Evening Companion.

2. How many vials does Esther Tull steal from the safe in Strythe’s workroom?
(a) 8.
(b) 3.
(c) 11.
(d) 12.

3. To which of the following does Cutter’s landlady compare Gideon?
(a) A blanket.
(b) A carpet.
(c) Draperies.
(d) A towel.

4. What is the name of Octavia’s editor’s deputy?
(a) Mr. Benedict.
(b) Mr. Schwarzenegger.
(c) Mr. Arnold.
(d) Mr. Cumberbatch.

5. What brand of sewing machine is available to Esther Tull in Strythe’s workroom?
(a) Brother.
(b) Elna.
(c) Singer.
(d) Pfaff.

6. With what does Esther Tull grease the lock on the safe in Strythe’s workroom?
(a) Embroidery needle.
(b) Sewing machine bobbin.
(c) Crochet hook.
(d) Stiletto.

7. With which of the following does Chapter XVI begin?
(a) “Soho Square was no great distance from Wardour Street, yet the journey seemed interminable.”
(b) “Angela Tatton.”
(c) “It was the better part of half an hour before Gideon had given a full account of events.”
(d) “By morning, when Octavia presented herself at Strythe House, Mr. Healy had entertained second thoughts about their agreement.”

8. With which of the following does Chapter XI begin?
(a) “The driver set them down in Wardour Street and was given an hour to take his supper before returning.”
(b) “Octavia made the journey to Whitechapel by cab.”
(c) “NOTES MADE BY G. BLISS (SGT.)”
(d) “The home of Dr. Carmody was in Portland Place.”

9. What profession does Angela have?
(a) Flower maker.
(b) Dress maker.
(c) Baker.
(d) Brewer.

10. With which of the following does Chapter VII begin?
(a) “When her knocking brought no one to the door, Octavia Hillingdon was not unduly perturbed.”
(b) “Pursuant to discussion in hallway of residence, shown to kitchens in rear by Mr. Carew.”
(c) “When his knocking brought no one to the door, Gideon Bliss retreated from it to make certain of his bearings.”
(d) “At Ashenden House, Octavia was more discreet in disposing of her bicycle.”

11. At what number is Neuilly’s dwelling?
(a) 9.
(b) 6.
(c) 7.
(d) 8.

12. With which of the following does Chapter III begin?
(a) “The snow had died away in the night.”
(b) “At Ashenden House, Octavia was more discreet in disposing of her bicycle.”
(c) “Gideon’s knocking, this time, was answered almost at once.”
(d) “The house in Half Moon Street was large and commandingly handsome.”

13. To which of the following is Gideon compared?
(a) A retriever.
(b) A whippet.
(c) A bulldog.
(d) A Dachschund.

14. As what does Elf refer to Octavia?
(a) Honey.
(b) Wavy.
(c) Baby.
(d) Tavvy.

15. How does Carew remark that Strythe describes him and Esther Tull?
(a) Ruffians.
(b) Mariners.
(c) Spelunkers.
(d) Alpinists.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is noted as “the first duty of a person employed in [Strythe’s] household” (12)?

2. With which of the following does Chapter XIV begin?

3. What is the name of Neuilly’s landlady?

4. Which market do Gideon and Angela visit together?

5. What is the name of Octavia’s editor?

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