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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Two.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how long does Edward abstain from masturbation before his wedding?
(a) Over a month.
(b) Over a week.
(c) Over a day.
(d) Over a fortnight.

2. For what reason is Florence "an old hand" (3) at traveling?
(a) She used to travel with her father.
(b) Her family moved a great deal when she was young.
(c) She used to travel with her mother.
(d) She was in the Peace Corps prior to marrying Edward.

3. What item does Florence flirtatiously accept from Edward during their wedding night dinner at the hotel?
(a) A ring of pineapple.
(b) A sprig of parsley.
(c) A piece of melon.
(d) A cherry.

4. For what reason does Florence say she is unable to talk to her sister about her marital questions?
(a) Her sister is too young.
(b) Her sister will tell their mother everything that is said.
(c) Her sister is too old.
(d) Her sister has her own marital issues.

5. What does Edward do with Florence's hand in the movie theater that causes Florence to leap out of her seat?
(a) He plunges her hand between his legs.
(b) He places her hand on her own breast.
(c) He kisses her palm.
(d) He sucks on her finger.

Short Answer Questions

1. Under what type of tree does Edward always read in order to stay out of his mother's reach during his visits home?

2. What image is on the paperback guide that Florence relies upon for information about sex?

3. In what year of college does Florence secure a job backstage at Wigmore Hall?

4. What is Florence's sole source of information about sex?

5. During what decade does the couple's wedding take place?

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