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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. What one nightly tradition does Walter neglect the night before Kitty meets Charlie in Chapter 20?
(a) He doesn't have his usual nightcap.
(b) He does not read the paper.
(c) He does not kiss Kitty goodnight.
(d) He does not listen to his favorite song.

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

3. During dinner, what compliment does Charlie pay Walter?
(a) He says Walter is an excellent bridge player.
(b) He says Walter is very conscientious about his work.
(c) He says Walter is extremely funny.
(d) He says Walter is a great reader.

4. What does Charlie think is the best way to understand a man?
(a) To ask him numerous questions.
(b) To study his life.
(c) To spend a great deal of time with him.
(d) To put yourself in his shoes.

5. After being startled in Chapter 1, what item does Charlie give Kitty?
(a) Her bag.
(b) A shoe horn.
(c) His hankerchief.
(d) A flower.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Kitty and Charlie decide to meet?

2. After Kitty and Charlie are done discussing Walter, what does Charlie do?

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

4. What honor does Charlie suppose Walter will receive for volunteering in Mei-tan-fu?

5. What position did Dorothy's father hold in Hong Kong?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does her affair with Charlie affect Kitty's appearance?

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

3. What was different about Maugham's writing process on The Painted Veil compared to his other works?

4. How does Kitty describe Walter's appearance in Chapter 10?

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

6. Describe Walter's behavior towards others at the dinner party in Chapter 21.

7. Describe Mr.Garstin's appearance as noted by Kitty in Chapter 6.

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

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

10. For what reasons does Kitty believe that Charlie remains with his wife?

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