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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Kitty leaves her heated discussion with Charlie in Chapter 26, what is Charlie's first thought?
(a) He is worried his wife will find out and immediately phones her.
(b) He is angry at her accusations.
(c) He is relieved and wants a brandy.
(d) He is happy with how they ended and congratulates himself.

2. What is the area called where Kitty's house is?
(a) Providence Heights.
(b) Victoria Road.
(c) The Peak.
(d) Happy Valley.

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

4. How many children do Charlie and Dorothy have?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 3.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why doesn't Walter like to answer questions about himself?

3. What is the name of Doris' fiance?

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

5. Why doesn't Kitty like Charlie's wife's name?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Kitty tells Charlie about Walter's ultimatum, what is his response?

2. What pains does Charlie take to maintain his figure?

3. What two physical attributes are described of Doris in Chapter 8?

4. What physical feature of Mrs.Garstin does Kitty find most disconcerting and why?

5. What reasons does Charlie give for wanting to remain married to Dorothy?

6. What does Walter find humorous about Kitty's plan to marry Charlie upon her divorce from himself?

7. Once they are married, what daily habits does Walter display that shows his affection for Kitty?

8. In Chapter 1, what tools does Charlie use to reassure Kitty and why are they effective?

9. When Walter returns home, what clues lead Kitty to believe he knows about her affair?

10. After Kitty describes Walter's polite and standoffish behavior in Chapter 20, why does Charlie become so confident and happy?

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