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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 reason does Charlie give for being unable to eat his meal?
(a) He would rather talk to Kitty than eat.
(b) He is feeling ill.
(c) He is not hungry.
(d) Kitty's beauty distracts him.

2. Who does Kitty initially blame for her mistake in marriage?
(a) Herself.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Walter.
(d) Her father.

3. After Kitty and Charlie are done discussing Walter, what does Charlie do?
(a) He goes for his regular tiffin.
(b) He locks the door and stays with Kitty.
(c) He goes down and pays the curio shop owner.
(d) He rushes out to a business appointment.

4. What is the area called where Kitty's house is?
(a) Happy Valley.
(b) Victoria Road.
(c) Providence Heights.
(d) The Peak.

5. How old is Kitty when she becomes engaged?
(a) 28.
(b) 21.
(c) 25.
(d) 18.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who took Kitty into dinner at Government House when they first arrived in Hong Kong?

3. Where do Kitty and Charlie decide to meet?

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

5. Why does Kitty insist on meeting Charlie in person the following day?

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