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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Septimus describes carnal embrace as _______________________.
(a) Throwing one's arms around a cow.
(b) Throwing one's arms around a side of beef.
(c) Throwing one's arms around an animal.
(d) Throwing one's arms around a lover.

2. Septimus' reply to the letter is _____________________________.
(a) That he will not dignify Chater with a response.
(b) That he needs time to consider Chater's challenge.
(c) That he is unable to meet with Chater that day.
(d) That he will meet Chater after he is done teaching.

3. When Thomasina asks Septimus about sexual congress, he _________________________.
(a) Attempts to offer a detailed explanation.
(b) Attempts to seduce her.
(c) Attempts to leave the room.
(d) Attempts to change the subject.

4. Why does Valentine suggest Bernard should hide his car?
(a) Lord Croom would not allow guests who did not drive carriages.
(b) Lord Croom would not allow guests who did not ride bicycles.
(c) Lord Croom would not allow guests who drove foreign cars.
(d) Lord Croom would not allow guests with Japanese cars.

5. What is the title of the poem Septimus is reading?
(a) The Couch of Eros.
(b) The Hound of the Baskervilles.
(c) The Raven.
(d) The Origin of Species.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lady Croom wants Septimus to _______________________.

2. Why does Thomasina turn to Septimus for answers about sex?

3. Which character enters and exits without speaking?

4. Who is onstage when the scene begins?

5. Why is Hannah at Sidley Park?

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