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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 21-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mr. Skidder do all day?
(a) Write novels and drink.
(b) Write non-fiction books.
(c) Write plays and smoke cigarettes.
(d) Write science-fiction novels.

2. When Mrs. Parker shows Miss Leeson the double parlors, what does she suggest she could keep in a closet?
(a) Skeleton or anaesthetic.
(b) Drills and bits.
(c) Stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.
(d) Medicinal supplies.

3. Who does Miss Leeson say she is not when Mrs. Parker shows her the second-floor-back room?
(a) Hetty.
(b) Phoebe.
(c) Mabel.
(d) Violet.

4. What type of heroine is Mr. Skidder using in his play before Miss Leeson looks at his lambrequins?
(a) Tall and auburn-haired.
(b) Tall and black-haired.
(c) Tall and golden--haired.
(d) Tall and red-haired.

5. How long did a gentleman occupy the double parlors?
(a) 7 years.
(b) 8 years.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 9 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the walls close in on you as you look at the Skylight Room?

2. What type of heroine does Mr. Skidder use in his play after Miss Leeson looks at his lambrequins?

3. How does Miss Leeson smile when she looks at the lambrequins?

4. How does Miss Leeson describe herself?

5. Who will Mrs. Parker blame for the fact that you cannot afford her double parlors?

(see the answer key)

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