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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. For how long are the man in #25 and his girlfriend going away in Chapter 4?
(a) A month.
(b) A week.
(c) A year.
(d) A weekend.

2. What name does Ambrose's mother want Penelope to call her after the wedding?
(a) Mother Keeling.
(b) Mom.
(c) Mrs. Keeling.
(d) Madre.

3. To what group is Penelope assigned as a volunteer during the war?
(a) Wrens.
(b) Sparrows.
(c) Waves.
(d) Cardinals.

4. How does the person in #61 arrive at Penelope's house?
(a) Takes a trolley.
(b) Rides a bike.
(c) Walks.
(d) Drives a car.

5. What does Nancy tell Olivia that their mother needs?
(a) Physical therapy.
(b) Full-time help.
(c) A smaller house.
(d) A vacation.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is most important to Nancy?

2. What is Nancy's husband's demeanor toward her?

3. Where does Penelope live?

4. Who phones Olivia to say she is coming to England for a visit?

5. Nancy reads an article about a painting created by ____________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Danus Muirfield?

2. Why is volunteer work during the war not a good choice for Penelope?

3. How is Noel like his sister, Nancy?

4. How does the author reveal which one of Penelope's children is closest to her?

5. Why do the Lawrence Stern paintings have such an impact on Noel and Nancy?

6. What is life like for Penelope's daughter, Nancy?

7. What is Ambrose's real interest in Penelope?

8. What prompts Penelope to volunteer during the war?

9. Describe the pretentious lifestyle that Nancy and her husband have.

10. What is the tone of the relationship between Ambrose and Penelope?

(see the answer keys)

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