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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Charlotte's demeanor described to the reader?
(a) As pleasant, but scared.
(b) As bold and brash.
(c) As snooty and dull.
(d) As demure yet confident.

2. What does Mrs. Hendred think about Yardley as possible husband for Venetia?
(a) She approves of and encourages him.
(b) She likes him. but doesn't think he's a good match for Venetia.
(c) She disapproves of his arrogance.
(d) She suspects he is penniless.

3. What does Oswald seek from Damerel when he intercepts him on the way home in Chapter 9?
(a) A duel.
(b) An apology.
(c) A promise.
(d) Forgiveness.

4. What does the striking woman that Venetia sees in Chapter 18 do to Venetia?
(a) She waves at her.
(b) She grins.
(c) She blushes.
(d) She frowns.

5. Where does Damerel take Aubrey in Chapter 10?
(a) York.
(b) London.
(c) Sheffield.
(d) Rotherham.

6. How does Damerel react to the news that Venetia plans to set up a house for herself?
(a) He applauds her for it.
(b) He tells her she must not.
(c) He offers to help her find a property.
(d) He laughs at her naivete.

7. What had Venetia longed to do as a little girl?
(a) Stay in London.
(b) Attend a ball.
(c) Keep a horse.
(d) Learn how to play violin.

8. Where does Mrs. Scorrier wish to have all of Aubrey's dogs kept?
(a) On the terrace.
(b) In the barn.
(c) In his room.
(d) In a pen.

9. Who is Sir Lambert?
(a) A politician.
(b) An acquaintance of Venetia's uncle.
(c) Venetia's latest suitor.
(d) Lady Steeple's husband.

10. How is Venetia dressed at the beginning of Chapter 19?
(a) In her country style clothes.
(b) As a boy.
(c) In the latest fashion.
(d) In clothes warmer than the season requires.

11. What does Venetia finally agree with Mrs. Hendred about in Chapter 18?
(a) That it wouldn't do for her to take up house.
(b) That Yardley is a good match for her.
(c) That Aubrey is better off on his own.
(d) That she should give up on Damerel.

12. What is Mrs. Hendred constantly worrying about?
(a) Missing the mail.
(b) Venetia wearing current fashions.
(c) Making Venetia a good marriage match.
(d) The weather.

13. Why does Yardley go to London?
(a) To meet a friend on business.
(b) For a doctor's appointment.
(c) To shop for new suits.
(d) For a political rally.

14. Why does Aubrey's dog begin to bark in Chapter 14?
(a) Mrs. Scorrier hit the dog.
(b) Charlotte goes into labor.
(c) Aubrey shouts at Mrs. Scorrier.
(d) Someone is lurking outside the window.

15. Who does Venetia receive a lengthy letter from in Chapter 13?
(a) Conway.
(b) Her aunt.
(c) Yardley.
(d) Oswald.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the striking woman who Venetia sees in Chapter 18?

2. Why does Venetia visit a neighbor in Chapter 15?

3. Who is Mrs. Scorrier?

4. Why does Venetia's uncle come to Undershaw in Chapter 15?

5. What does Mrs. Hendred think will change Venetia's mind about Yardley?

(see the answer keys)

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