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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Lighthouse Chapters 6, 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Lily describe Mr. Ramsay as she looks out at the bay?
(a) As a very old man
(b) As a distinguished philosopher
(c) Aging gracefully
(d) Looking younger than he is

2. Why is Lily disappointed when the Ramsay's leave on the boat?
(a) Because she didn't give sympathy to Mr. Ramsay
(b) Because she wishes she were with them
(c) Because she is lonely
(d) Because she wants Cam to pose for a painting

3. Why does Mrs. Ramsay like Lily Briscoe?
(a) She will be a famous artist someday.
(b) She has an independent spirit.
(c) She is kind to the children
(d) She reminds her of when she was a girl.

4. What does Mr. Ramsay think about the intelligence of human beings?
(a) Humans are ignorant, aware of nothing while the ocean eats away the land around us.
(b) Humans are brilliant, aware or all that happens around them.
(c) Humans are born with innate intelligence.
(d) Humans are able to understand and learn anything if they try.

5. What is Andrew's opinion of Minta?
(a) He thinks she is boastful.
(b) He thinks she is a liar.
(c) He thinks she is too prim and proper.
(d) He thinks she is more sensible than most girls.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mr. Ramsay become annoyed with Mrs. Ramsay, thinking he will go off alone?

2. What does Mrs. Ramsay think she could have managed better in her 50 years?

3. Why does Mrs. Ramsay want Lily to get married?

4. What does Lily tell William Bankes about Mr. Ramsay?

5. What does Lily see the Ramsay's as a symbol of?

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