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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 14 through 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color are Charlie's eyes?
(a) Blue.
(b) Green.
(c) Brown.
(d) Hazel.

2. Which Italian city was Somerset Maugham staying in when he was inspired to write The Painted Veil?
(a) Florence.
(b) Genoa.
(c) Pisa.
(d) Venice.

3. When Charlie and Kitty adjourn to the sitting room, what does he try to give her?
(a) A love note.
(b) A drink of brandy.
(c) A small photograph of himself.
(d) A comforting shawl.

4. Why does Kitty insist on meeting Charlie in person the following day?
(a) She is afraid to discuss details over the phone.
(b) She is too nervous to go to his office.
(c) She is in need of comfort and wants to be near him.
(d) She hopes to convince him to run away with her.

5. How old is Charlie?
(a) 45.
(b) 41.
(c) 27.
(d) 36.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mrs. Garstin feel towards Mr. Garstin?

2. What is the name of the current Colonial Secretary?

3. What piece of furniture does Kitty sit on throughout her discussion with Charlie at the curio shop?

4. Why does Kitty refuse so many proposals?

5. After Kitty and Charlie consummate their affair, how does she feel?

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