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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 76 through 112..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After asking Hofmiller to talk to Dr. Condor about Edith, why does Kekesfalva want to rush back to the house?
(a) Edith has not been feeling well and he doesn't want to leave her alone too long.
(b) He is afraid Edith will be suspicious about what they'd been talking about.
(c) He doesn't want to be late for dinner.
(d) He is expecting other guests and needs to get back in time to greet them.

2. While riding a train one night, Kekesfalva overheard a conversation about Princess Orosvar. What had her lifestyle been like during the last years of her life?
(a) She lived in a large home in France, surrounded by her husband and children.
(b) She was known for giving away huge amounts of her fortune to deserving charities.
(c) She had been living in poverty until she married a wealthy man.
(d) She had been cantankerous and self-absorbed, living in luxury and ignoring the overtures of her relatives.

3. Why is Hofmiller so pleased about Kekesfalva's request that he speak to Dr. Condor about Edith?
(a) He hopes to learn more about the doctor's relationship with the family.
(b) It shows that Kekesfalva has faith in him.
(c) He has wanted to meet Dr. Condor for a long time and is happy for this opportunity.
(d) He wants to take advantage of the opportunity to ask Dr. Condor about his own medical complaints.

4. What does Hofmiller see as the only negative aspect of the time he spends with Kekesfalva and his family?
(a) The servants are not attentive enough.
(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) Neither Edith nor Ilona seem to be interested in him.

5. What is Hofmiller's first impression of Dr. Condor?
(a) He's intimidated by the doctor's tall, imposing presence.
(b) He's more impressed than he anticipated being.
(c) He's disappointed because the doctor looks and behaves nothing like what he'd pictured.
(d) He's amused because the doctor bears a striking resemblance to his commanding officer.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Edith find out that Hofmiller had been playing cards rather than inspecting a horse when he failed to show up at the castle?

2. Hofmiller shows his friends a gift that Kekesfalva gave him. What is the item?

3. Why is Hofmiller uncomfortable when he first arrives at the dinner party?

4. How did Kekesfalva initially begin to manipulate Dietzenhof in order to gain control of her inheritance?

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

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