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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 is the first thing to startle Kitty in the beginning of Chapter 1?
(a) She hears someone calling for her.
(b) Someone tries to open the door to the room she is in.
(c) A breeze through the open window gives her a shudder.
(d) She heard a commotion outside.

2. Why does Kitty think that Walter will allow a divorce if he was to find out about the affair?
(a) He is having an affair of his own.
(b) He is intimidated by Charlie's position.
(c) He loves her and is a gentleman.
(d) He has grown tired of her.

3. 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.

4. When Kitty is ill, how does Walter treat her?
(a) He attends to her every need very kindly.
(b) He ignores her illness and treats her like normal.
(c) He leaves the house in fear of getting ill himself.
(d) He is impatient with her.

5. What plans do Kitty and Walter have for their evening in Chapter 21?
(a) They are hosting a dinner party.
(b) They plan to play games with another couple.
(c) They are dining out with some friends.
(d) They are packing for a vacation.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. During dinner, what compliment does Charlie pay Walter?

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

4. What determines Kitty's social position in Hong Kong?

5. What does Charlie think that Walter would do if he found out about the affair going on between himself and Kitty?

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