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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. What is Walter's occupation?
(a) He is a government bacteriologist.
(b) He is an attorney.
(c) He is a successful businessman.
(d) He lives primarily from investments.

2. What is the name of Doris' fiance?
(a) Walter Fane.
(b) William Foster.
(c) Geoffrey Dennison.
(d) Bernard Garstin.

3. What is Mr. Garstin's impression of Walter after talking with him for some time?
(a) He finds Walter very boring.
(b) He thinks Walter is very rude.
(c) He thinks Walter is extremely conceited.
(d) He finds Walter highly intelligent.

4. What item does Charlie leave downstairs during his rendezvous with Kitty in Chapter 1?
(a) His topee, or hat.
(b) His shoes.
(c) His cane.
(d) A letter.

5. Why do Walter and Kitty plan their wedding so quickly?
(a) Kitty is afraid he'll change his mind.
(b) They are madly in love and don't want to wait.
(c) Mrs. Garstin forces them to marry before it gets too hot.
(d) Walter has to return to China in the fall.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Maugham decide to change the last name of his main character in the novel?

2. Often, why doesn't Walter respond to casual remarks that Kitty makes?

3. How old is Doris when she becomes engaged?

4. Where does Kitty's family go for their summer holiday?

5. Who does Charlie think disturbed him and Kitty during their rendezvous in Chapter 1?

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