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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 58 through 69.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Kitty asks Walter if he wanted her to die from cholera in Chapter 57, what is his response?
(a) He doesn't know.
(b) Yes.
(c) No.
(d) At first.

2. What happened to the Missionary who was the previous occupant of the bungalow?
(a) He was given another post in a neighboring village.
(b) He caught cholera and returned to England for treatment.
(c) He feel in love with a Chinese woman and left the province with her.
(d) He died.

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

4. During dinner conversation outlined in Chapter 32, what aspect of London does Waddington discuss at length?
(a) The musuems.
(b) The theatre.
(c) The latest war news.
(d) Political gossip.

5. What type of books does Walter like to read?
(a) Mystery stories.
(b) Historical works and books about China.
(c) Poetry and contemporary literature.
(d) Romance novels.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Walter's occupation?

2. What reason does Walter give for despising himself in Chapter 47?

3. What is Mr. Garstin's impression of Walter after talking with him for some time?

4. After being married for some time, how does Kitty feel towards Walter?

5. Why do Walter and Kitty plan their wedding so quickly?

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