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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I, Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What habit does Eduard change as a result of Ottilie's presence and influence?
(a) His way of reading.
(b) His recitation of the day's events.
(c) His attendance at church.
(d) His habit of pipe smoking.

2. What activity does the male guest propose to his hosts upon his first look at the lands around the estate?
(a) That the trio make a detailed survey of the land.
(b) That the trio make a journey to the court.
(c) That the trio hire a friend of his for the gardening.
(d) That the trio return to the comfort of the main house.

3. What personal item does Eduard request Ottilie stop wearing?
(a) A miniature portrait of her father.
(b) A pair of gloves in kid leather.
(c) A shawl knitted by her mother.
(d) A handkerchief embroidered by Charlotte.

4. To whom does the captain find himself irresistibly attracted?
(a) Nanni.
(b) Charlotte.
(c) Marianne.
(d) Ottilie.

5. Who addresses the crowd at the foundation stone ceremony?
(a) The beggar.
(b) The mason.
(c) The gardener.
(d) The architect.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Eduard, Charlotte, and the captain speak of the concept of elective affinities?

2. What scientific subject becomes a main object of conversation between the hosts and their male guest?

3. Who comes to visit the estate after the foundation stone ceremony?

4. Who does the mistress of the house think has a more-than-average interest in Ottilie?

5. What does Eduard propose to sell to pay for the main project undertaken by the household?

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