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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book 1: Chapter 1, what decision does the grandfather make about his estate, and how does it affect David?
(a) The grandfather divides his estate equally among the siblings, leaving David with the house on Washington Square.
(b) The grandfather bequeaths his entire estate to David, leaving the others with nothing.
(c) The grandfather decides to sell the estate and divide the proceeds among the siblings.
(d) The grandfather excludes David from his will and leaves the estate to a charitable organization.

2. In Book 2: Part 1, why is David concerned about his friends meeting Charles?
(a) He thinks his friends will be jealous of Charles.
(b) He thinks Charles will overshadow him.
(c) He believes his friends will disapprove of the relationship.
(d) He does not want Charles to meet his friends.

3. In Book 2: Part 1, why does David feel it is essential to avoid thinking about his father?
(a) His father is in jail.
(b) His father is abusive.
(c) Thinking about his father is emotionally distressing.
(d) He does not love his father.

4. In Book 1: Part 14, why is David hesitant to pursue a life with Charles Griffith?
(a) He is not fond of Charles's family.
(b) Charles is not interested in a long-term relationship.
(c) He fears Charles's stodgy and unadventurous nature.
(d) He is worried about Charles's financial stability.

5. In Book 1: Part 14, where has David been staying since fleeing the party?
(a) In a hotel.
(b) At Eden and Eliza's house on Gramercy Park.
(c) At his grandfather's house.
(d) At Charles Griffith's residence.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book 1: Chapter 8, why does David initially feel a sense of shame and frustration regarding marriage?

2. In Book 1: Part 19, how does David react upon entering the boardinghouse room when Edward is not there?

3. In Book 1: Part 12, why is Edward unable to write to David during his visit with his sisters?

4. In Book 2: Part 1, why does David believe that the letter is suspended between New York and Hawaii?

5. In Book 1: Part 13, why is the Bingham family holding a party on March twelfth?

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