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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 58 through 69.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What honor does Charlie suppose Walter will receive for volunteering in Mei-tan-fu?
(a) The purple heart.
(b) A title.
(c) An advancement in his career.
(d) The C.M.G.

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

3. How does Waddington regard the Catholic nuns of the convent?
(a) He thinks their devotion to humanity is misplaced.
(b) He is awed by their selfless sacrifice.
(c) He doesn't find them very devoted.
(d) He thinks their devotion is a certain kind of madness.

4. When Kitty calls Charlie at the end of Chapter 5, what does he advise her?
(a) To call Walter and tell a small lie.
(b) To sit tight.
(c) To leave the house immediately.
(d) To invite over a friend.

5. Why doesn't Kitty tell Mother Superior about her unhappiness and its cause?
(a) She doesn't regret her actions.
(b) Walter has forbidden her from telling Mother Superior.
(c) She doesn't want Mother Superior to think ill of her.
(d) The language barrier prohibits Kitty from telling Mother Superior her feelings and circumstances.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which Italian city was Somerset Maugham staying in when he was inspired to write The Painted Veil?

2. What does Walter routinely do after Kitty goes to bed during their stay at Mei-tan-fu?

3. In Chapter 5, how does Kitty find out that Walter has been home?

4. What is Kitty's first impression of Walter?

5. What French delicacy does Mother Superior serve Kitty during tea?

(see the answer key)

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