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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story "Mr. Durant," how long has it been since Mr. Durant first met Rose?
(a) About six months before the story begins.
(b) About two years before the story begins.
(c) About three months before the story begins.
(d) About three weeks before the story begins.

2. How does Mimi describe her husband's visit when her friend calls?
(a) It was a disaster.
(b) She cannot describe it because she is crying too much.
(c) It was frustrating, and she wished she could do it over.
(d) It was short, but lovely.

3. What surprises the woman at the dinner party about Katherine Burke in the story "Arrangement in Black and White"?
(a) She had never noticed that her skin was dark.
(b) She did not realize how short she was.
(c) She had never noticed how thick her waist was.
(d) She had not known that she wore a wig.

4. How does Mrs. Whittaker react to the news of her father's death?
(a) She stands up and announces that it really was the best thing.
(b) She sighs and hugs her sister quietly.
(c) She dries her eyes and asks to see him.
(d) She begins to weep passionately.

5. What imaginary "purchase" puts a strain on the relationship between Annabel and Midge?
(a) Midge's diamond earrings.
(b) Annabel's pearl necklace.
(c) Midge's mink coat.
(d) Annabel's silver fox coat.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Midge change the rules of their game at the end of "The Standard of Living"?

2. What figure sits on the mantel in the Bains' living room?

3. How does Mr. Durant plan to get rid of the stray dog?

4. How long is Mimi's husband supposed to have for leave in the story "The Lovely Leave"?

5. In the story "The Sexes," why is the girl upset with the young man?

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