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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens at the second dinner that makes Hofmiller feel especially happy and powerful?
(a) The Lt. Colonel offers him a promotion.
(b) All the women want to dance with him.
(c) Kekesfalva invites him to go on vacation with the family.
(d) He is able to entertain the women and sees that Kekesfalva notices.

2. Sitting in the café alone after buying Dietzenhof's property, how did Kekesfalva decide to handle his guilt over tricking her?
(a) He decided to sell it immediately and give her half the money.
(b) He decided to go to church and make a confession.
(c) He decided he'd give her the opportunity to take it back.
(d) He decided that guilt is a useless emotion and refused to let it consume him.

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

4. How does Edith react when she receives Hofmiller's flowers?
(a) She returns the flowers with an angry note.
(b) She asks her father to invite him for dinner.
(c) She invites him to tea.
(d) She phones him to say thanks.

5. Princess Orosvar left her entire estate to Fraulein Annette Beate Dietzenhof. What had been their relationship?
(a) Dietzenhof had been her companion and assistant.
(b) Dietzenhof was her illegitimate daughter.
(c) Dietzenhof was her oldest friend from childhood.
(d) Dietzenhof was the daughter of her closest friend.

6. According to the introduction, in what way did Zweig's life mirror that of his main character, Hofmiller?
(a) He was also an army officer.
(b) He named the character after his brother.
(c) He married a very young, very naïve secretary.
(d) They shared similar taste in books.

7. At what point is Hofmiller comfortable giving his men the orders to resume galloping?
(a) When his commanding officer orders him to do so.
(b) When he sees another group of soldiers ahead and wants to catch up with them.
(c) When his men begin to question his decision.
(d) When they are no longer in view of Edith's home and there is no danger of her seeing them.

8. What does Hofmiller do when he arrives at the castle and finds Edith sleeping on the terrace?
(a) He goes quietly into the house so he won't wake her.
(b) He sits down to read a book until she wakes up.
(c) He wakes her to explain his absence the previous night.
(d) He takes the opportunity to look at her more carefully and feels an overwhelming rush of pity for her.

9. Why does Edith keep secret pictures of dancers?
(a) She hopes to become an artist.
(b) She loved dancing before her accident.
(c) She sells them to make extra money.
(d) Her father doesn't approve of the pictures, so she keeps them hidden.

10. Why does Kekesfalva ask Hofmiller to be present when Dr. Condor comes to the castle and speak to him about Edith's condition?
(a) Kekesfalva isn't sure Dr. Condor is being completely honest with him about Edith's condition and chances for improvement.
(b) Kekesfalva wants Dr. Condor to give up his other patients and devote all his time to Edith, and he wants Hofmiller to ask how much he'd expect to be paid to do that.
(c) Kekesfalva wants to fire Dr. Condor from Edith's case but wants to avoid confronting him, so he asks Hofmiller to do it.
(d) Hofmiller tells Kekesfalva he is experiencing severe back pain and Kekesfalva thinks Dr. Condor might be able to help.

11. Why is Edith happy, rather than upset, when a new maid reacts in horror to the fact that she is disabled?
(a) She thinks the maid will wait on her more if she feels sorry for her.
(b) It is an honest, human reaction, as opposed to the coddling she usually receives from others.
(c) She finds the maid's reaction funny.
(d) Her father wants her to hide her disability, but Edith wants others to know about it.

12. After they are alone following dinner at the castle, what does Dr. Condor tell Hofmiller he finds frustrating about Kekesfalva?
(a) When Dr. Condor arrives for appointments, Kekesfalva often isn't there.
(b) He pesters him constantly about Edith, asking the same questions over and over.
(c) He doesn't seem to take an interest in Edith's condition.
(d) He doesn't seem to respect Dr. Condor's medical opinions.

13. What does Hofmiller do after Ilona explains the reason Edith became so upset at the dinner party?
(a) He leaves immediately.
(b) He asks Ilona to dance.
(c) He explains his actions to Kekesfalva.
(d) He explains the situation to the other guests.

14. What does Hofmiller do after Kekesfalva apologizes for Edith's behavior?
(a) He tries to change the subject.
(b) He expresses his interest in dating Edith.
(c) He says there is no excuse for such rudeness, despite her disability.
(d) He takes the old man's hand and tries to comfort him.

15. Why does Hofmiller tell Kekesfalva about the promising new treatment Dr. Condor mentioned?
(a) Hofmiller hopes to take credit for finding out about the treatment if it proves effective for Edith.
(b) Kekesfalva had read about the treatment in the newspaper and wants to know if Dr. Condor has looked into it.
(c) Kekesfalva says Dr. Condor had mentioned it previously and now he wants more details.
(d) He feels pity for Kekesfalva and knows he will not be satisfied unless Hofmiller gives him some promising news.

Short Answer Questions

1. When telling him about the potential treatment for Edith, what does Hofmiller finally end up promising Kekesfalva?

2. What is Kekesfalva's reaction when Hofmiller mentions the new treatment that might help Edith?

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

4. What does Hofmiller say is the most startling thing that happens to him the night of his conversation with Dr. Condor?

5. What aspect of Hofmiller's background makes him especially grateful for the warm welcome he continues to receive at the Kekesfalva's home?

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