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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. Chuck learns of an ancestor named what?
(a) The Hermit of South Leigh.
(b) Jack the Ripper.
(c) The Hunchback of Norte Dame.
(d) The Phantom of the Opera.

2. Who is the man sitting next to Vinnie on the airplane in Chapter 1?
(a) Fred Turner.
(b) Charles "Chuck" Mumpson.
(c) Edwin Francis.
(d) James Billings.

3. Who rings Vinnie's doorbell at 11 PM?
(a) Chuck.
(b) Fred.
(c) Jane.
(d) Rosemary.

4. Why does Rosemary refuse to visit Fred?
(a) It is too far from the city.
(b) She finds his place freezing and unromantic.
(c) It reminds her of an ex-lover's place.
(d) She is too busy.

5. To what extent does Vinnie engage in conversation on transatlantic flights?
(a) Never.
(b) Always.
(c) When an American sits near her.
(d) Sometimes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character does Rosemary not yearn to play?

2. What is William Just often called?

3. Who thinks Fred getting involved with Rosemary is a mistake?

4. To what type of party has Fred accepted Vinnie's invitation?

5. Where has Chuck been doing research?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain Fred's issues with money, mentioned in Chapter 4.

2. Why does Vinnie like to work in the London Library Reading Room?

3. Describe the decor of the Billings' house.

4. After revealing she is American, what does Vinnie learn about Chuck?

5. What does Fred's father think of Roo?

6. Why does Fred leave the Vogelers' angry in Chapter 2?

7. Why does Fred take the Underground for the first time?

8. Describe Rosemary's acting abilities.

9. How does Fred's mother react when her son tells her he plans to marry Roo?

10. What information does Fred know about Mrs. Harris when guests are questioning him at the party?

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