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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. In the graveyard, how does the woman in white respond to Sir Percival's name?
(a) She screams.
(b) She faints.
(c) She spits.
(d) She cries.

2. After returning from abroad, what won't Laura discuss with Marian?
(a) Mr. Fairlie.
(b) Her marriage.
(c) Her family.
(d) Her financial situation.

3. Where does Sir Percival plan to take Laura following their marriage?
(a) London.
(b) Paris.
(c) Rome.
(d) Madrid.

4. At Sir Percival's home, what type of animal does Mariam discover dying?
(a) A dog.
(b) A cat.
(c) A horse.
(d) A bird.

5. Who helps Mr. Fairlie write his narrative?
(a) Louis.
(b) Count Fosco.
(c) Marian.
(d) Walter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Walter choose to keep Sir Percival's secret?

2. The court determines Sir Percival's death as what?

3. What does Laura give to Walter before he leaves Limmeridge House?

4. When Walter first meets the woman in white, what is she pointing at?

5. Why does Laura refuse to sign documents for Sir Percival?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Count Fosco consider Marian a worthy opponent?

2. Upon learning of the events following Count Fosco's visit, what is Mr. Fairlie's response?

3. Why does Sir Percival lie to Laura about sending an ill Marian to London?

4. How does the solicitor feel about Laura's marriage contract?

5. Why does Walter tell his landlord Laura and Marian are his sisters?

6. How does Marian present the news to Mr. Fairlie, regarding Laura's agreement to wed Sir Percival?

7. How does Sir Percival convince the Fairlie's he acted responsibly by putting Anne into the asylum?

8. Why does Pesca feel indebted to Walter?

9. At the beginning of The Woman in White, what is Walter commissioned to do and where will this job take place?

10. Why does Walter believe Anne's character judgment against Sir Percival?

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