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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Stephen's published third novel received by critics and the public?
(a) The book is a wild success.
(b) The book is widely criticized and a tragic disaster.
(c) The book fails to gather anyone's attention.
(d) Stephen fears the public's reaction and thus never publishes the book.

2. After Stephen publishes her second work, where does Jonathan suggest Stephen travel abroad to?
(a) Paris.
(b) New York.
(c) Amsterdam.
(d) Berlin.

3. Why is Stephen depressed after the wedding reception?
(a) Because Mary falls mysteriously ill.
(b) Because the wedding showed Stephen what she will never experince with Mary.
(c) Because Stephen discovers she has lost astounding amounts of money after financing the wedding.
(d) Because her mother, Lady Anna, passes away.

4. Which character is most negatively affected by Jamie and Barbara's deaths?
(a) Mary.
(b) Jonathan Brockett.
(c) Valerie Seymour.
(d) Stephen.

5. After noticing what Stephen has done with another "lover," what is Mary's reaction?
(a) She falls deeply in love with Stephen again.
(b) She slaps Stephen across the face.
(c) She is saddened by Stephen's decision and leaves with Martin.
(d) She is not affected by the plan, and ignores the situation completely.

6. After touring places throughout Paris, what is Stephen's reaction to Jonathan's intentions?
(a) She is overjoyed.
(b) She is bored.
(c) She is outraged.
(d) She is embarrased.

7. In chapter fifty-five and fifty-six, who does Stephen pretend to be lovers with?
(a) Jonathan Brockett.
(b) Lady Massey.
(c) The alcholic painter, Wanda.
(d) Valerie Seymour.

8. On which famous Paris street does Stephen decide to buy her home?
(a) Port de Conti.
(b) Rue de Seine
(c) Rue Jacob.
(d) Av Bosquet.

9. After Martin's return into Stephen's life, why does she spend so much time with him?
(a) Because spends lavishly and spoils her.
(b) Because she enjoys the comfort he brings by accepting her lifestyle.
(c) Because she feels obligated to spend time with him.
(d) Because Martin is afraid to venture out in a new city alone.

10. What is Jonathan Brockett's occupation?
(a) School teacher.
(b) Musician.
(c) Playwright.
(d) Horse breeder.

11. In an attempt to relieve Barbara's condition, what does Stephen offer to Jamie and Barbara, only to be refused?
(a) Two bottles of whiskey and a bag of tobacco.
(b) Money to pay for Jamie and Barbara's dream car.
(c) Money to pay for Barbara's medical bills.
(d) Medicine.

12. When showing Stephen around Paris, what does Jonathan primarily focus on revealing to her?
(a) Fencing arenas and clubs.
(b) Homosexual cultures and objects.
(c) Wineries and vineyards.
(d) Libraries with extensive book collections.

13. During Stephen's brave rescues in the heat of battle, what part of Stephen's body is injured?
(a) Her ear.
(b) Her leg.
(c) Her shoulder.
(d) Her face.

14. Where does Stephen's friend Mary have family?
(a) Germany.
(b) Denmark.
(c) Scotland.
(d) Wales.

15. After falling in love with Mary, what does Martin propose to do to remedy the conflict with Stephen?
(a) To commit suicide. He always falls in love with the wrong woman.
(b) To run away with Mary while Stephen is unaware.
(c) To confront Stephen and demand to see Mary alone as often as possible.
(d) To leave Paris and spare Stephen the pain of Mary's possible rejection of her.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Stephen puts down her ill horse, Raftery, what does Lady Anna offer Stephen as a gesture of condolence?

2. At Valerie Seymour's party, what is the name of the alcoholic painter Stephen and Mary are introduced to?

3. When "The Well of Loneliness" was published in 1928, what reason was given as to why it was banned?

4. What relative of Martin Hallam is both polite, yet disapproving of Stephen and her lifestyle?

5. What is the ethnicity of the family employed to cook and clean for Stephen in her new home in Paris?

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