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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 through 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who took Kitty into dinner at Government House when they first arrived in Hong Kong?
(a) A distinguished general.
(b) Walter.
(c) The Governor.
(d) Charlie.

2. In Chapter 5, upon returning to the sitting room, what does Kitty see?
(a) A note from Walter with a book.
(b) Charlie's empty brandy glass.
(c) Her lost cat.
(d) Charlie's misplaced hat.

3. In Chapter 5, how does Kitty find out that Walter has been home?
(a) Walter tells her.
(b) The servant boy tells her.
(c) A neighbor tells her.
(d) She sees his gloves on the entry table.

4. In Hong Kong, why is Kitty vague about Walter's job to others?
(a) Walter has told her not to tell people about his work.
(b) She feels it is an unimportant detail.
(c) She feels his job is not very significant or important.
(d) She doesn't know exactly what he does.

5. What position does Charlie hold?
(a) King's Counsel.
(b) Colonial Governor.
(c) Assistant Colonial Secretary.
(d) Judge.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How many children do Charlie and Dorothy have?

4. What is Walter's occupation?

5. Why do Walter and Kitty plan their wedding so quickly?

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