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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Childhood.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is a poor orphan with a genius for medical studies and a passion for science?
(a) George Eliot.
(b) Charles Meunier.
(c) Alfred.
(d) Mrs. Archer.

2. Why do Latimer and Charles get along so well?
(a) Latimer shares his understanding of isolation.
(b) They both have "the bumps".
(c) Latimer takes pity on him.
(d) They both want to become doctors.

3. What other problems are associated with Latimer's illness?
(a) Bipolar disorder.
(b) Multiple personality disorder.
(c) Thoughts of impending death.
(d) Exhilaration.

4. What moments in Switzerland did Latimer never feel alone?
(a) In the boat on the lake.
(b) During his visits to town.
(c) On the shore reading his poetry.
(d) In the home he was staying in.

5. How does Latimer tell his story?
(a) Through dream interpretation.
(b) Through flashbacks.
(c) Through diary analysis.
(d) Through picture framing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Latimer's father do for a living?

2. Why is Latimer lonely in Switzerland?

3. What is Latimer's first hatred?

4. During his death, Latimer thinks of what natural images?

5. Where is the narrator sitting during the last moments of life?

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