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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the funeral home where Dennis goes?
(a) Last Rest.
(b) Whispering Hope.
(c) Whispering Glades.
(d) Eternal Rest.

2. Why is Dennis happy at his job?
(a) There are wonderful people working with him.
(b) The hours are great.
(c) It pays very well.
(d) It involves variety.

3. What trophy is in the room where Dennis is escorted?
(a) None.
(b) The Yacht cup of 1938.
(c) Cricket Club's trophy.
(d) The Soccer Club Finals of 1942.

4. Why does Sir Ambrose drop by?
(a) To talk to the funeral director about money.
(b) To make Dennis leave and get some rest.
(c) To check on seating arrangements for the service.
(d) To pay his respects for Sir Francis.

5. Who is not pleased about Dennis' responsibilities concerning Sir Francis?
(a) Sir Ambrose.
(b) Mr. Schultz.
(c) Miss Rozwell.
(d) Sir Francis' ex-wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mr. Joyboy's most outstanding feature?

2. How was his book received?

3. What does Mr. Joyboy say puts a smile on his face?

4. How is the cosmetician described?

5. What is the name of the church where Sir Francis' funeral will be held?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the recording say about the Church of St. Peter-without-the-walls in Oxford?

2. What does Sir Francis Hinsley say about Americans?

3. What does Sir Francis learn when he next arrives at the studio?

4. Why is Mr. Schultz displeased with Dennis and how does Dennis try to convince Mr. Schultz to feel otherwise?

5. Who is the cosmetician and what does she tell Dennis?

6. Who comes through Whispering Glades to view Sir Francis' and who does not come through and why?

7. How does Barlow compare the facades of Hollywood sets to the front of Whispering Glades?

8. What does the receptionist say to Dennis about burials?

9. What was the pinnacle of Sir Francis' life?

10. What does Aimée do to Sir Francis?

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