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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is the most likely reason that Edward's father had to take over the running of the family home? (from Chapter 2)

He was so desperate to love his children that he was obsessively determined to control their lives.

He was domineering and controlling, and would not let anyone else take care of his children.

Because of her brain injury, Edward's mother was unable to function domestically.

Because of the injury to her legs, Edward's mother was unable to function domestically.

2.

What is a likely reason that Florence was initially attracted to Edward? (from Chapter 2)

He disliked Charles the cellist as much as she did.

He shared her political views.

He shared her love of classical music.

He shared her desire for free sexual relations.

3.

What is the most likely reason that Edward makes his sisters promise to never say Florence's name again? (from Chapter 5)

He does not want to be reminded of how his family pushed him into marrying Florence.

Because he hates his sisters, he wants to hurt them by forbidding them to think of her at all.

He does not want to be reminded of the happiness that might have been.

Because he hates his family, and because they got along well with Florence, he wants to hurt them all by forbidding them to mention her name.

4.

Why does Florence suggest in Chapter 1 that she and Edward go to bed? (from Chapter 1)

She is desperate to have sex with her new husband.

She is tired from the busy-ness of the wedding and wants to sleep.

She has been sexually aroused by the sensuality of the food they are eating.

She wants to make Edward less angry with her.

5.

Who was Harold Mather? (from Chapter 3)

A school friend of Florence's who reacted badly to her rejecting him as a musician in the quartet.

A school friend of Edward's who encouraged him to resolve his conflicts by fighting.

A school friend of Edward's who reacted badly to Edward defending him against a bully.

A school friend of Florence's who reacted badly to her rejection of him as a lover.

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