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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. One day while walking the Paris streets, Stephen encounters her old Morton tutor Mademoiselle Duphot. Why is Duphot living in Paris?
(a) She married a man from Paris.
(b) To look for a job.
(c) To care for her dying mother.
(d) To care for her blind sister.

2. What is Stephen's rationalization behind her fake-lover stunt?
(a) She is vengeful of Mary and Martin's feelings with one another.
(b) She wants Mary to become jealous, reigniting the passion in their relationship.
(c) She has fallen in love with someone else and wants to leave Mary.
(d) She hopes Mary will leave her for Martin.

3. When "The Well of Loneliness" was published in 1928, what reason was given as to why it was banned?
(a) It was believed to be saturated with infidelity, sexual promiscuity, and suicide.
(b) It adresses the issues of homosexuality from the point of a lesbian.
(c) It unfairly depicts the wealthy as intolerant and homophobic.
(d) Any book depicting alcohol as "fun," was banned by Prohibition.

4. 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.

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

6. What relative of Martin Hallam is both polite, yet disapproving of Stephen and her lifestyle?
(a) Uncle Harry.
(b) Uncle Robert.
(c) Aunt Sarah.
(d) Aunt Elisabeth.

7. Once in London, Stephen consistently avoids social activities such as parties and going out to restaurants. Which character is concerned for Stephen's mental health?
(a) Colonel Antrim.
(b) Lady Anna.
(c) Violet Antrim.
(d) Miss Puddleton.

8. On which holiday does Stephen celebrate her twenty-seventh birthday?
(a) New Years Day.
(b) Christmas Day.
(c) Christmas Eve.
(d) New Years Eve.

9. How does Stephen's endeavor of writing a third novel affect her relationship with Mary?
(a) There is no real affect as both women have their preoccupations.
(b) Mary's observation of Stephen working tirelessing on her novel increases their respect and admiration for each other.
(c) Mary oftern feels left out and unattendend to while Stephen fails to understand Mary's pain.
(d) Mary begins to dispise Stephen and they fight regularly.

10. How does Stephen react after she discovers Martin's feelings towards Mary and his subsequent plan?
(a) She refuses to speak to Martin again.
(b) She falls into a deep depression.
(c) She becomes enraged, forbidding Mary to have any contact with Martin.
(d) She promises they will work something out.

11. After returning home to Paris from their vacation, what does Stephen purchase in order to show Mary around Paris?
(a) Two new cars.
(b) An airplane.
(c) Two new bicycles.
(d) A hot air balloon.

12. After the Christmas Party, which of the following institutions do Stephen and Wanda attend together one afternoon?
(a) An art gallery.
(b) A war memorial ceremony.
(c) No specific institution, just Wanda's car garage.
(d) Church.

13. After retuning from Italy, which of the following activities do Stephen and Mary regularly share with their homosexual friends?
(a) Going to nightclubs and bars.
(b) Taking eisurly car drives through Paris.
(c) Protesting homosexual injustices at city hall.
(d) Bringing each other's pets to the neighborhood park.

14. What would accurately describe Stephen's response toward Mary's confessions of love and attraction?
(a) She is concerned that Mary lacks the comprehension of her decisions.
(b) She is disgusted and terrified by Mary's confession.
(c) She jumps at the opportunity to express her mutual love for Mary.
(d) She laughs at Mary's confession, telling her she'll never understand true love.

15. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. After returning home from a visit to Morton, what is the most reasonable explanation for Stephen's decision to write a third novel?

2. After being injured in battle, what French military honor is bestowed upon Stephen for her courage?

3. What character is resentful of Jonathan's interference in Stephen's plans and future?

4. On vacation together, what activities do Stephen and Mary particularly enjoy doing?

5. Which character is most negatively affected by Jamie and Barbara's deaths?

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