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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. Why does Walter tell Kitty he wants her to accompany him to Mei-tan-fu?
(a) He thinks she'll be a good work assistant.
(b) He says she will comfort and cheer him.
(c) He says she will get to see him work firsthand.
(d) He thinks she'll find it very relaxing.

2. What is Walter's occupation?
(a) He is a government bacteriologist.
(b) He is an attorney.
(c) He lives primarily from investments.
(d) He is a successful businessman.

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

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

5. How does Charlie describe his feelings for Dorothy?
(a) They are excellent friends.
(b) They are happily in love.
(c) They quarrel constantly.
(d) They are completely indifferent to each other.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Kitty and Charlie meet in Chapter 20, what does the room smell like?

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

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

4. How old is Charlie's oldest child?

5. What animal does Kitty relate Charlie's nerve to?

Short Essay Questions

1. How many reasons does Charlie give for a potentially calm reaction from Walter upon finding out about their rendezvous?

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

3. After noting Charlie's response to Walter's ultimatum, what does she come to see was Walter's motivation in making it?

4. What is the view from Kitty's home in Happy Valley?

5. Walter claims he knew that Kitty had no feelings for him when they married, why did he still want to marry her?

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

7. Why does Kitty believe her rendezvous with Charlie at the curio shop are completely safe?

8. After they have been married for some time, why is Kitty surprised Walter ever fell in love with her?

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

10. Why is Mr.Garstin reluctant to take silk and become a K.C.?

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