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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters One and Two.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Of what nationality is Princess San Ferdinando?
(a) Italian.
(b) French.
(c) American.
(d) German.

2. What does Mary learn when Edgar arrives?
(a) He is getting married to someone else.
(b) He is dying.
(c) He has been knighted.
(d) He's been offered a position as governor of Bengal.

3. Of what is Colonel Trail very complimentary?
(a) Edgar's recent appointment.
(b) The Princess's gown.
(c) Mary's deceased father.
(d) Mary's deceased husband.

4. For what is the Princess known?
(a) Her generosity.
(b) Her caustic remarks.
(c) Her beauty.
(d) Her wealth.

5. What does Rowley say to Mary?
(a) He suggests she stay in Florence for the night since it's so late.
(b) He is offended by her English snobbery.
(c) He knew Mary's deceased husband quite well.
(d) He compliments her on her good looks.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what has Edgar proven himself?

2. What does Nina remind Mary to do?

3. Why does the Princess ask for the dismissal of the violinist?

4. What does Mary think about on the way to the party?

5. What is Mary doing at the opening of chapter 2?

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