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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 22 through 27.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why did Maugham decide to change the last name of his main character in the novel?
(a) He found over time he disliked the original name and it didn't fit the character.
(b) A close friend asked him to change it.
(c) Several people with that name brought an action against Maugham.
(d) The name was misprinted in the first edition and he decided to leave it with the new spelling.

3. What dress did Kitty wear on the first evening she meets Charlie?
(a) A bright red kimono.
(b) A pale yellow dress.
(c) Her pale blue dancing gown.
(d) Her wedding dress.

4. Why is Kitty initially surprised by Walter's proposal of marriage?
(a) Walter had not asked permission of her father.
(b) Walter had mentioned he did not wish to marry.
(c) She was unaware that Walter was in love with her.
(d) They didn't know each other well.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What item does Charlie leave downstairs during his rendezvous with Kitty in Chapter 1?

3. How old is Charlie's oldest child?

4. When Charlie and Kitty adjourn to the sitting room, what does he try to give her?

5. What color are Charlie's eyes?

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