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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Window Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Mrs. Ramsay strolls with Mr. Ramsay, who does she think should marry?
(a) Mr. Carmichael and Mrs. McNab
(b) Lily Briscoe and William Bankes
(c) Andrew and Prue
(d) Nancy and Paul

2. What returns to Mr. Bankes as he begins to eat dinner?
(a) His disgust with Mr. Tansley
(b) His longing to be at home
(c) His annoyance with everyone at the table
(d) His love and reverence for Mrs. Ramsay.

3. Why does Mrs. Ramsay think Mr. Ramsay is different from other people?
(a) He is obsessed with insignificant events.
(b) He seems oblivious to ordinary things of life, but lives as if in a dream.
(c) He worries about the flower garden constantly.
(d) He is too worried about everyday matters.

4. Why does William Bankes see Mrs. Ramsay as child-like?
(a) Because she isn't aware of her beauty, wanting to be insignificant
(b) Because she enjoys swimming with the children
(c) Because she has an innocent smile
(d) Because she loves sweets

5. What does Lily see the Ramsay's as a symbol of?
(a) Marriage
(b) Negativity
(c) Friendship
(d) Family life

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Ramsay think about the intelligence of human beings?

2. How does Mrs. Ramsay determine which necklace to wear to dinner?

3. What is Lily Briscoe doing on the edge of the lawn?

4. Why is Nancy brooding?

5. Why does James hate his father?

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