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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Day 1, Evening.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What book does Mr. Stevens consult before leaving on his trip?
(a) The Wonder of England
(b) God's Country
(c) The Back Roads of England
(d) Visit the British Isles

2. Who is in charge of staffing at Darlington Hall?
(a) Lord Darlington
(b) Mr. Faraday
(c) Miss Kenton
(d) Mr. Stevens

3. What was the number of staff employed at Darlington Hall 20 years ago?
(a) 4
(b) 18
(c) 10
(d) 15

4. How does the encounter with the old man at the forest symbolize Stevens' personality?
(a) He is always headed in the wrong direction
(b) He is on the edge of the road
(c) He is kind-hearted
(d) He can't see the forest for the trees

5. The Prologue is written about what time?
(a) May 1957
(b) September 1954
(c) April 1956
(d) July 1956

Short Answer Questions

1. What nationality is Mr. Faraday?

2. According to Stevens, a good butler is probably born with ______________, as it is something that cannot be taught.

3. Voicing his comparisons of himself to other butlers would be ____________.

4. What does Mr. Faraday call Mr. Stevens when he learns of Mr. Stevens' plans to visit Miss Kenton?

5. What does this road trip supply for Stevens?

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