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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. Which Italian city was Somerset Maugham staying in when he was inspired to write The Painted Veil?
(a) Venice.
(b) Florence.
(c) Genoa.
(d) Pisa.

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

3. How does Mrs. Garstin persuade Mr. Garstin to do something he isn't inclined to do?
(a) She begs and pleads until he cannot resist her entreaties.
(b) She makes logical arguments to bring him around to her point-of-view.
(c) She nags him until he relents in exhaustion.
(d) She gives him the silent treatment until he gives in.

4. What is the name of the current Colonial Secretary?
(a) Williams.
(b) Townsend.
(c) Simmons.
(d) Jefferson.

5. What piece of furniture does Kitty sit on throughout her discussion with Charlie at the curio shop?
(a) An antique divan.
(b) A sandalwood chest.
(c) The floor.
(d) A bed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Walter have difficulty sleeping when he is subpoenaed for court?

2. After Kitty appears so radiant (shortly after commencing her affair with Charlie), what do her friends assume?

3. Where does Walter propose to Kitty?

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

5. How old is Doris when she becomes engaged?

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