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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 151 through 182..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Dr. Condor tell Hofmiller about the contraptions and treatments he has been providing for Edith?
(a) He says they are helping Edith make steady progress.
(b) He confesses that their main purpose is to enable him to continue billing Kekesfalva large sums of money.
(c) He says they have not been helpful, but he continues using them because they give the family hope.
(d) He says they have not helped yet, but he is confident that they will lead to a cure eventually.

2. Why does Kekesfalva like Dr. Condor so much?
(a) Dr. Condor went to the best schools.
(b) He is the only doctor who has remained optimistic about Edith's chances for improving her condition.
(c) Dr. Condor shows him more respect than Edith's other doctors do.
(d) They grew up together and have been lifelong friends.

3. Why is Hofmiller uncomfortable when he first arrives at the dinner party?
(a) He arrives late and doesn't know any of the other guests.
(b) He arrives an hour early.
(c) He is dressed inappropriately.
(d) He doesn't like the food that is being served.

4. What does Kekesfalva do after getting into his car, as he and Hofmiller are saying goodbye after their conversation about Edith's potential cure?
(a) He kisses Hofmiller's hands repeatedly.
(b) He tells Hofmiller he cares for him like a son.
(c) He invites Hofmiller to accompany him and Edith to France.
(d) He asks Hofmiller to speak with Dr. Condor again and get more information.

5. How does Hofmiller perceive Edith after their first two meetings?
(a) He finds her dull and boring.
(b) He is immediately attracted to her and wants to court her.
(c) He sees her as an invalid who needs to be comforted and protected.
(d) He thinks she's the most beautiful woman he's ever seen.

Short Answer Questions

1. After angrily confronting Hofmiller about lying to her, what does Edith tell him about continuing to visit the family?

2. What is Hofmiller's first impression of Dr. Condor?

3. What happens when Hofmiller arrives at the castle to thank Kekesfalva for the dinner invitation?

4. Why is Edith so excited when Hofmiller arrives at the house the morning after his dinner with Dr. Condor?

5. What pretense did Kekesfalva use for coming to the house to talk with Dietzenhof?

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