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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what subject does Edward earn his first degree?
(a) Biology.
(b) Mathematics.
(c) History.
(d) French.

2. What is NOT presented as a possible cause of the "sound of several waves breaking in succession" (102)?
(a) A sudden shift in the tide.
(b) The incoming tide.
(c) The wake of a passing ship.
(d) A sudden shift in the wind.

3. On the day Edward meets Florence, what vehicle does he use to get to the train station?
(a) A truck.
(b) A bicycle.
(c) A motorcycle.
(d) A taxi.

4. What had NOT been on the list of Edward and Florence's fears in regard to their parents' behavior at the wedding?
(a) They had feared that Edward's mother would forget the purpose of the event entirely.
(b) They had feared that Edward's father would not attend the ceremony.
(c) They had feared that Edward's parents would condescend to Florence's parents.
(d) They had feared that Edward's mother would significantly misbehave.

5. When Edward wonders whether he should find a proper job instead of pursuing his writing, what job does he imagine taking?
(a) History professor at a university.
(b) History teacher at a grammar school.
(c) History teacher at a middle school.
(d) History teacher at a high school.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Edward is sincerely moved by the music during the string quartet's rehearsal, what promise does Florence make to Edward?

2. What kind of music is performed at the venue called the Hundred Club?

3. In what month does Edward write a formal letter to Florence's parents, announcing his intention to marry their daughter?

4. What is Edward's IQ?

5. How old is Edward's father Geoffrey when Edward is courting Florence?

(see the answer key)

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