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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Lord Darlington's hope for the conference?
(a) Develop a coalition to provide aid to Germany
(b) That everyone will have a good time
(c) That it will start on time
(d) That it will be the last one he has to host

2. Many people associated with the butler profession say that either a man has _______________________ or he does not.
(a) the right clothes
(b) a sense of humor
(c) the proper credentials
(d) the dignified qualities necessary

3. The old man tells Stevens that it may be his last chance to ___________________________.
(a) travel on this road
(b) eat at his restaurant
(c) sleep at his inn
(d) take in such a spectacular view

4. What is Stevens able to do in his position of head butler at the conference?
(a) Have some brandy with the men after the meeting ends
(b) Garners information from all the dignitaries
(c) Arranges for evening entertainment
(d) Control who sleeps in the different rooms

5. When Mr. Stevens encounters an old man on the road, what does the old man say?
(a) He is waiting on a bus
(b) He prefers to walk
(c) He needs a ride to the next town
(d) He invites Stevens into the woods to enjoy the view

6. Who assists Stevens with his problem?
(a) Mechanic
(b) Chauffeur
(c) Farmer
(d) Traveling salesman

7. What is Mr. Stevens considering at point in time?
(a) Taking a road trip
(b) Starting his own business
(c) Retiring
(d) Getting married

8. What happens when Stevens returns to his duties at the conference?
(a) The elder Mr. Stevens dies
(b) The delegates leave to play golf
(c) The conference ends early
(d) The men take an afternoon break

9. What does Stevens answer when asked if he had ever worked for Lord Darlington?
(a) He was glad to be rid of Lord Darlington
(b) He is currently employed by Mr. Farraday
(c) He was proud of his service to Lord Darlington
(d) Lord Darlington was always good to him

10. How does Stevens feel about serving at Darlington Hall for so many years?
(a) Arrogant
(b) Tired
(c) Fortunate
(d) Resentful

11. What is the overall goal of the conference?
(a) Freeze German reparation payments and withdraw French troops
(b) Determine who should be the next ruler of Germany
(c) Discuss the demise of the British monarchy
(d) Establish the United Nations

12. What had Stevens said about employment by Lord Darlington when asked by a guest of Mr. Farraday's?
(a) He loved it
(b) He is glad it is over
(c) He denied it
(d) He hated it

13. What does the old man say is at the top of the hill?
(a) An apple orchard
(b) A barn
(c) A church
(d) A bench

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

15. How much has Mr. Stevens traveled in his life?
(a) Once a month
(b) Extensively
(c) Once every six months
(d) Very little

Short Answer Questions

1. Stevens watches some people who are doing what?

2. What is the Treaty of Versailles

3. What question does Stevens ponder as he drives?

4. Where did Stevens spend the night?

5. In what country does Mr. Stevens life?

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