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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Mother.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the writer get out of bed and start writing?
(a) He is almost done with his novel.
(b) He doesn't sleep anyway.
(c) He is thinking of the grotesques.
(d) It is morning.

2. Why is Tom and Elizabeth's hotel losing guests?
(a) Because of Tom's temper.
(b) Because of the cost to stay there.
(c) Because of Elizabeth's illness.
(d) Because of the hotel's shabbiness.

3. Who does the tall, dark girl think she marries?
(a) The jeweler's son.
(b) The wine maker.
(c) Her second cousin.
(d) The black-haired boy.

4. What is the name of Tom and Elizabeth's hotel?
(a) Old Willard Place.
(b) The Willard.
(c) Elizabeth's Rose.
(d) New Willard House.

5. How long has Dr. Reefy worn the same clothes?
(a) Fifteen years.
(b) Five years.
(c) Two years.
(d) Ten years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tom's conversation with George about being successful make Elizabeth want to do?

2. Why does Wing leave Pennsylvania?

3. How old is Wing at the end of this story?

4. Why does a carpenter come to the writer's house?

5. How is Wing's power as a teacher described?

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