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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the officials in France laugh at Paul's comment about the absurdity of the League of Nations?
(a) Because they feel the same.
(b) Because he is incredibly naive.
(c) Because the ladies have turned him in.
(d) Because they know he is going to jail.

2. Official papers are signed that say
(a) Dingy is actually a nurse.
(b) The surgeon was too drunk to operate.
(c) A girl died under anesthesia.
(d) Paul died under anesthesia.

3. Returning to Scone college in disguise, Paul learns that
(a) He was considerd wild and a degenerate.
(b) He was highly respected.
(c) He was considered insane.
(d) He was considered sad and lonely.

4. After Potts' visit to Kings Thursday, Otto Silenus
(a) Moves in, with his instruments and luggage.
(b) Gives away his things to the gardener.
(c) Disappears, never to return.
(d) Packs his bags and calls for a car.

5. We can assume that the Hon. Miles Malpractice is
(a) A bad travel agent.
(b) The worst kind of realtor.
(c) A fumbling surgeon.
(d) A dishonest judge.

Short Answer Questions

1. The women, whose "work" is questionable, were ultimately signed on as

2. Paul's new walking companion believes the chaplain is

3. When Potts arrives, on Grimes' trail, Paul

4. When Potts quits school for a new job, his father

5. The professor attracted Mrs. Beste-Chetwynde's attention with a rejected design

Short Essay Questions

1. On his way to Egdon-Heath, what does Paul learn ?

2. Why is it not surprising that Paul and Margot run into Philbrick at the upscale restaurant where they are having lunch?

3. Describe the trait in Paul Pennyfeather that makes him ask Alistair Digby-Vaine-Trumpington to be his best man.

4. Paul is misunderstood as a misanthrope for wanting to stay in solitary confinement. Why does he prefer it?

5. What comparable trait can be said to be possessed by both Margot and Grimes?

6. Paul seems to have a temporary coming-out when he travels to London and meets with Potts. How is he different?

7. How is it that Prendergast is now a chaplain at the prison where Paul is incarcerated?

8. When Margot announces her upcoming marriage to Maltravers, what is Paul's reaction?

9. Discuss Dr. Fagan's current state of affairs at Llanabba.

10. As they approach King's Thursday, Paul seems to be in reverie. What do his daydreams mean?

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