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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Middle Years.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What assurance does Dr. Hugh give Dencombe?
(a) He will write another six books.
(b) He will live a long time.
(c) He will be immortalized in his books.
(d) He will live forever.

2. What does Mrs. Moreen hold in her hands while she makes her offer to Pemberton?
(a) Her hat.
(b) Her son.
(c) A pair of soiled gloves.
(d) A checkbook.

3. What warning does Miss Vernham give Dencombe?
(a) To leave Dr. Hugh alone.
(b) To take care of his own health.
(c) To tend to his health not his writing.
(d) To pay more attention to the Countess.

4. Who is Morgan?
(a) A gardener.
(b) A student.
(c) A writer.
(d) A tutor.

5. What is discussed at Mr. Offord's home?
(a) Politics.
(b) High society.
(c) Business.
(d) Art and ideas.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Monarchs ask the main character to hire them as ___________.

2. Why does Dencombe feel this way?

3. In what location is 'The Middle Years' set?

4. How does Dr. Hugh create a reason to meet Dencombe?

5. How does James describe the Countess?

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