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

2. What honor does Charlie suppose Walter will receive for volunteering in Mei-tan-fu?
(a) The purple heart.
(b) An advancement in his career.
(c) A title.
(d) The C.M.G.

3. When Kitty goes to tell Charlie of Walter's ultimatum, what surprises her about his appearance?
(a) He is dressed for a polo game.
(b) He is very informally attired.
(c) He is wearing a pin that his wife gave him.
(d) He is wearing spectacles.

4. Where do Kitty and Charlie decide to meet?
(a) Her house.
(b) The lounge at the Hong Kong Hotel.
(c) Ku-Chou's, the curio shop.
(d) His office.

5. What color are Dorothy's eyes?
(a) Green.
(b) Hazel.
(c) Blue.
(d) Brown.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why has Mei-tan-fu been frequently in the newspapers?

2. How old is Kitty when she becomes engaged?

3. What type of books does Walter like to read?

4. How does Charlie describe his feelings for Dorothy?

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

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