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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Carrie think would remain by her side no matter how rich or poor Cressida is?
(a) Poppas.
(b) Miss Julia.
(c) Horace.
(d) Mr. Brown.

2. How does Cressida explain her sister's presence?
(a) Her sister needs to manager Cressida's entourage.
(b) Her sister is good company.
(c) Her sister has come to expect to be able to accompany her on these types of trips.
(d) Her sister is dying and this will be her last good time on earth.

3. What is Cressida's response to what the deck steward hands her?
(a) She gulps it down.
(b) She is flustered.
(c) She nods acceptance.
(d) She asks if the Kentucky Derby is over.

4. How does Cressida explain her upcoming marriage to Carrie?
(a) As the need for Cressida to present a "normal" public face.
(b) As the desire for a man to take care of her.
(c) As an impulsive decision of just a few months of knowing each other.
(d) As something that is grounded in years of building mutual trust.

5. Why does Julia return to her stateroom?
(a) Because Poppas insulted her.
(b) Because the seas grow rougher and the weather colder.
(c) To get a will
(d) To change for dinner.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are two relatives accompanying the famous singer?

2. Why does the narrator believe it is wise for the famous person to pose for the photographers?

3. To whom does Carrie speak shortly after the ship is underway?

4. Who of those close to Cressida was supportive of Cressida's recent engagement?

5. Who of the "inner circle" is not accompanying Cressida?

(see the answer key)

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