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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: The Back Bedroom.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Flush became a father before he was how old in Chapter One: "Three Mile Cross"?
(a) 3 years.
(b) 1 year.
(c) 4 months.
(d) 2 years.

2. As centuries passed, the Spaniel evolved into how many different branches?
(a) 2.
(b) 7.
(c) 5.
(d) 3.

3. At what age did Elizabeth Barrett begin to battle a lifelong illness?
(a) 19.
(b) 24.
(c) 15.
(d) 33.

4. What is one of the features considered undesirable in Spaniels, according to the author?
(a) Dark eyes.
(b) A top-knot.
(c) A dark nose.
(d) Uncurled ears.

5. What was Miss Mitford's full name?
(a) Tiffany Valerie Mitford.
(b) Mary Russell Mitford.
(c) Diana Marie Mitford.
(d) Stephanie Angela Mitford.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is described as a "stout, well-groomed elderly gentleman, radiating benevolence" in Chapter 2?

2. Flush was a descendant of what red Cocker Spaniel of note?

3. From what did Flush drink his water, noting that it was deserving of his high rank?

4. The author states that, ironically, there is no __________ to stop humans with undesirable traits from breeding.

5. What refers to a twill fabric constructed of a silk or rayon warp and worsted filling, often dyed black for mourning wear?

(see the answer key)

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