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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. Where do Laura, Marian, and Walter flee, once Walter learns Laura is alive?
(a) The country.
(b) Picadilly.
(c) London.
(d) Paris.

2. What illness is Marian diagnosed with?
(a) Strep throat.
(b) Typhus.
(c) Measles.
(d) Smallpox.

3. Why does Marian cry at Laura's wedding?
(a) She is sad.
(b) She is happy.
(c) Laura ignores her.
(d) She is in love with Sir Percival.

4. Why does Sir Percival want Laura to sign her fortune to him?
(a) Laura is a terrible wife.
(b) He is better with money.
(c) Laura is not pregnant yet.
(d) To save him from financial ruin.

5. As it rains, where does Marian hide in order to spy on Sir Percival and Count Fosco?
(a) The boat house.
(b) The roof.
(c) In Count Fosco's closet.
(d) Under a tree.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who helps Mr. Fairlie write his narrative?

3. Prior to Walter's return, Marian dreams he does what?

4. Why does Sir Percival drive to the train station in the middle of the night?

5. Sir Percival comments his lake is too shallow to what?

Short Essay Questions

1. The anonymous letter regarding Sir Percival causes what dilemma for Limmeridge House?

2. After the incident where Laura refuses to sign papers for Sir Percival, why does Countess Fosco take Marian on a long walk?

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

4. When Laura returns from her honeymoon, how has she changed?

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

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

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

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

9. When Count Fosco visits Mr. Fairlie, why is he dismissed?

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

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