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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three Isak Dinesen, Chapters 33-36: Amor Fati; Seven Gothic Tales; In a Dark Wood; Out of Africa.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The person in #39 had a disregard for _________________.
(a) friendships.
(b) religion.
(c) money.
(d) risks.

2. What was the name of the family home where Dinesen decided to spend time in 1900?
(a) Katholm.
(b) Kathberg.
(c) Kathcart.
(d) Kathton.

3. Why did Denys take Dinesen to the country in #117?
(a) To vacation.
(b) To study.
(c) To visit his family.
(d) To take photographs.

4. Why was Dinesen more attracted to her father's family?
(a) They took her on trips.
(b) They spoiled her.
(c) They were very down to earth.
(d) They were all very funny.

5. What likely caused Dinesen's miscarriage of a baby?
(a) Malaria.
(b) Emotional trauma.
(c) A fall down stairs.
(d) Syphilis treatments.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Dinesen try to do after Bror left?

2. The disease in #127 primarily affected Dinesen's __________________.

3. What did Denys do for Dinesen that was better than anyone else could do?

4. What is the bourgeoisie?

5. What was the name of Dinesen's younger brother who enlisted in the Danish army?

(see the answer key)

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