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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Chapters 20-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What characteristic traits can best describe Stephen's tutor, Mademoiselle Duphot, as their relationship develops?
(a) Stern and unemotional.
(b) Compassionate and supportive.
(c) Critical and manipulative.
(d) Fun and unprofessional.

2. Although Stephen professes to hate her studies, she reveals to her instructors an exceptional talent in which field?
(a) Astronomy.
(b) Mathematics.
(c) Writing.
(d) Philosophy.

3. During this time Stephen receives another new horse. What does she name it?
(a) Rilke.
(b) Raftery.
(c) Reuben.
(d) Dublin.

4. What is Lady Anna's and Stephen's favorite activity together?
(a) Baking.
(b) Taking walks through the garden.
(c) Horseback riding.
(d) No activity, as Lady Anna is largely unresponsive to Stephen's love.

5. How does Stephen respond upon seeing Collins' love encounter with the male servant?
(a) Laughter.
(b) Rage and aggression.
(c) Quickly tells Lady Anna of her discovery.
(d) Quietly watches with curiousity.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the Gordon family's Christmas rituals, what two characters' relational tension hang over the festivities?

2. What characteristic traits do Stephen's parents notice in her, even at a young age?

3. Amid the lingering gossip and rumors about Stephen circulating throughout the community, what character staunchly defends the bullied girl?

4. What activity is simply too painful for Stephen to continue now with the absence of her late father?

5. What was the result of Lady Anna's feeling of exclusion in her marriage with Sir Phillip?

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