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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Unbearable Bassingtons.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who "harms" the buzzards at the end of "The Forbidden Buzzards"?
(a) The Duchess.
(b) Clovis.
(c) A local hairdresser.
(d) Lanner.

2. What ailment does Miss Gilpet state is fictitious?
(a) Diabetes.
(b) Cholera.
(c) Depression.
(d) Rheumatism.

3. According to Reginald, who is never taught at a young enough age, about quality Christmas presents?
(a) Grandparents.
(b) Fathers.
(c) Aunts.
(d) Uncles.

4. What kind of wine does Reginald bring for the Duchess to drink when they are at the Carlton?
(a) Merlot.
(b) Chablis.
(c) Port.
(d) Claret.

5. What does Mrs. Packletide do with the dead tiger?
(a) Made a fur coat out of the hide.
(b) Mounted the head to keep in her home.
(c) Made a rug to keep in her home.
(d) Gave it to the villagers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Courtenay Youghal's "plum-roan gelding"?

2. At the opening of "The Match-Maker," what time is it?

3. Why is Reginald writing a poem on peace?

4. What is the garnish used on the duck entree in "The Chaplet"?

5. What does Reginald claim that ducks did not have?

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