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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: "The Marry Month of May".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is clear in the first interaction between Mr. Coulson, Miss Coulson, and Mrs. Widdup?
(a) Mr. Coulson is used to having to trick Miss Coulson in order to get his way.
(b) Miss Coulson has no idea that Mr. Coulson has romantic intentions toward Mrs. Widdup.
(c) Both Mr. Coulson and Mrs. Widdup are aware that Miss Coulson will disapprove of them having a relationship.
(d) Mrs. Widdup is much more intelligent than she seems at first.

2. When "May holds up a chiding finger," (332), what is May's intention?
(a) To indicate a direction.
(b) To scold.
(c) To indicate the "first" of something.
(d) To indicate a pause.

3. Which of the following literary techniques is used in the title "The Marry Month of May"?
(a) Synecdoche.
(b) Paronomasia.
(c) Anaphora.
(d) Paraprosdokian.

4. What does Mr. Coulson call Mrs. Widdup when she starts talking about "ivy and hand-organs" (335)?
(a) Insane.
(b) A romantic.
(c) "My dear."
(d) A fool.

5. On page 334, the narrator refers to the "panoply" of Miss Coulson's "unthrilled bosom." What is the meaning of "panoply" in this context?
(a) A suit of armor.
(b) Unemotional wisdom.
(c) Ceremonial clothing.
(d) An impressive array.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the final morning of the story, what causes Mr. Coulson's mood to change?

2. What are the details about the iceman's sleeves and hat intended to convey?

3. What is the name of the servant who usually gives Mr. Coulson his medication?

4. What is implied by Mr. Coulson's mention of Palm Beach?

5. When Miss Coulson stands thinking at the window, to what insects does she mentally compare Mr. Coulson and Mrs. Widdup?

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