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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Of what does Cressida disapprove about her son?
(a) His gambling losses.
(b) That he isn't musically inclined.
(c) His new fiance.
(d) That he looks so much like a gangster in the way he dresses.

2. What excuse does Cressida give for taking her leave of Carrie?
(a) That she needs to get ready for the night's dinner.
(b) That she has letters to write.
(c) That she has to lie down before the seasickness hits.
(d) That she is meeting with Jerome on the promenade deck.

3. What does Bouchalka seem to enjoy?
(a) The idea of Cressida having children.
(b) Having his own grand piano for composing.
(c) Learning to play golf.
(d) All the trappings of Cressida's high profile lifestyle.

4. Where does Cressida ask Carrie if she has visited lately?
(a) Columbus.
(b) Paris.
(c) Milan.
(d) San Francisco.

5. How might one characterize Poppas?
(a) A man of simple habits.
(b) An addicted gambler.
(c) A dilettante.
(d) An extravagant wastrel.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what type of restaurant does Cressida prefer to dine?

2. To whom does Cressida write a note to express her pleasure at the performance in the restaurant?

3. What does Cressida think might have been a better thing than to have married after the death of her first husband?

4. How does Cressida's trust in and loyalty to Poppas reflect some other aspect in her life?

5. As Cressida walks toward her stateroom, who does she encounter?

(see the answer key)

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