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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Sixteen and Seventeen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Damerel react to Yardley's annoying and offensive comments?
(a) With sarcastic replies.
(b) With good manners.
(c) With shock.
(d) With irritation.

2. What does Venetia find that she enjoys doing in Chapter 16?
(a) Going to tea houses.
(b) Dressing up in new London styles.
(c) Visiting art galleries.
(d) Attending the opera.

3. What does Venetia realize about Damerel's feelings in Chapter 17?
(a) That she mistook his proposal as teasing.
(b) That he is still in love with Lady Sophia.
(c) That he gave her up for the sake of a scruple.
(d) That he was never interested in her romantically.

4. After speaking to Aubrey in Chapter 5, where does Venetia excuse herself to go?
(a) Back home.
(b) The dining room.
(c) To the lavatory.
(d) Into the garden.

5. Who is Mrs. Scorrier?
(a) Conway's wife's nurse.
(b) Damerel's aunt.
(c) Conway's mother-in-law.
(d) Undershaw's new housekeeper.

Short Answer Questions

1. What disturbs Mrs. Hendred about Venetia's conduct?

2. What does Mrs. Hendred think about Yardley as possible husband for Venetia?

3. Why do Sir John and Lady Denny send Oswald away?

4. How does Venetia feel when she is busy in Chapter 16?

5. What does Aubrey tell Venetia while returning home in a buggy in Chapter 10?

(see the answer key)

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