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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 34 through 76..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Hofmiller shows his friends a gift that Kekesfalva gave him. What is the item?
(a) A silver flask.
(b) A gold cigarette case.
(c) An expensive first-edition book.
(d) A gold pen.

2. What does his decision to trot instead of gallop make Hofmiller realize about himself?
(a) He loves Edith and wants to marry her.
(b) He has lost the respect of his men.
(c) Edith's condition makes it impossible for him to respect her.
(d) He is undergoing a profound change as a result of his pity for Edith.

3. How does Kekesfalva plan to repay Hofmiller for talking to Dr. Condor for him?
(a) He plans to pay Hofmiller the equivalent of a week's salary.
(b) He says he'll allow Hofmiller to court Edith.
(c) He says he'll introduce Hofmiller to high-ranking officials.
(d) He offers Hofmiller his own suite of rooms at the castle.

4. What does Hofmiller see as the only negative aspect of the time he spends with Kekesfalva and his family?
(a) Neither Edith nor Ilona seem to be interested in him.
(b) Edith's angry outbursts whenever there is a suggestion that she needs help.
(c) Edith and Ilona seem to be competing for his attention and affection.
(d) The servants are not attentive enough.

5. Why does Edith not dance with Hofmiller?
(a) Her father doesn't allow her to dance.
(b) She is disabled and can't use her legs.
(c) She is too shy.
(d) Her boyfriend doesn't want her to dance with another man.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The night after his friends tease him about his relationship with Kekesfalva and his family, Hofmiller does not go to the castle. How does he feel about his decision to stay away?

3. What does Hofmiller do after Ilona explains the reason Edith became so upset at the dinner party?

4. When Ilona asks Hofmiller why he did not come to the castle, what lie does he tell her?

5. What does Hofmiller think to himself about his decision not to gallop the horses?

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