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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Walter found out about Kitty and Charlie, why didn't he break into the room and fight Charlie?
(a) Walter says he was too proud to fight.
(b) Walter likes Charlie.
(c) He wasn't sure exactly at that time Charlie was with Kitty.
(d) He was afraid Charlie would beat him up.

2. Who took Kitty into dinner at Government House when they first arrived in Hong Kong?
(a) The Governor.
(b) A distinguished general.
(c) Charlie.
(d) Walter.

3. When Kitty and Charlie meet in Chapter 20, what does the room smell like?
(a) Roses.
(b) Opium.
(c) Furniture polish.
(d) Garbage.

4. What does Charlie think that Walter would do if he found out about the affair going on between himself and Kitty?
(a) Alert Charlie's spouse.
(b) Divorce Kitty.
(c) Try to get Charlie fired.
(d) Do nothing or ignore it.

5. When Charlie and Kitty adjourn to the sitting room, what does he try to give her?
(a) A small photograph of himself.
(b) A comforting shawl.
(c) A drink of brandy.
(d) A love note.

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

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

8. When discussing their affair, what accusation does Charlie make about Kitty that angers her greatly?
(a) He claims that she prodded him into having the affair.
(b) He accuses her of telling Dorothy of their affair.
(c) He accuses her of telling Walter of their affair.
(d) He claims she wants to ruin his career.

9. When Kitty calls Charlie at the end of Chapter 5, what does he advise her?
(a) To leave the house immediately.
(b) To sit tight.
(c) To invite over a friend.
(d) To call Walter and tell a small lie.

10. How soon after her marriage does Kitty realize she's made a mistake?
(a) Three days.
(b) Three months.
(c) She doesn't think she made a mistake.
(d) Three years.

11. What causes Kitty to marry Walter Fane in a panic?
(a) She falls in love with him and realizes he is leaving the country.
(b) Her younger sister becomes engaged.
(c) She has a nightmare of becoming an old maid.
(d) Her mother threatens to disown her.

12. Why does Walter have difficulty sleeping when he is subpoenaed for court?
(a) Court rooms make him nervous.
(b) He is incredibly shy and hates making speeches.
(c) It is an unseasonably warm time of year.
(d) He has to stay up very late at night to study for his remarks.

13. 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) Several people with that name brought an action against Maugham.
(c) A close friend asked him to change it.
(d) The name was misprinted in the first edition and he decided to leave it with the new spelling.

14. In Chapter 27, when Kitty returns home what does Kitty tell Walter?
(a) That she is going to file for divorce.
(b) She does not speak to him and avoids him completely.
(c) She begs for forgiveness and tells him she loves him.
(d) That she is going to accompany him to Mei-tan-fu.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 5, how does Kitty find out that Walter has been home?

2. In Chapter 21, for what reason do others suppose that Walter is pale?

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

4. In Chapter 5, upon returning to the sitting room, what does Kitty see?

5. What is Walter's occupation?

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