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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters VII and VIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who coordinates delivery of Noemie's first painting to Newman?
(a) A museum curator.
(b) Her publicity person.
(c) Her father.
(d) The museum librarian.

2. When he is visiting with Newman in his new home, how does Valentin confess that he sees himself?
(a) As wicked.
(b) As one of the better people in Paris.
(c) As unsuccessful.
(d) As going slowly insane.

3. Why can't Noemie's father help her get married?
(a) He has no connections.
(b) He has no money for a dowry.
(c) He is a criminal.
(d) She is getting too old to be desirable.

4. Who does Valentin confess asked him to come visit Newman in his home?
(a) His mother.
(b) A police detective.
(c) Mrs. Tristam.
(d) His sister.

5. What is Babcock's job?
(a) He is a businessman.
(b) He is an artist.
(c) He is a tennis player.
(d) He is a Unitarian minister.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was "The American" originally published in book form?

2. What promise did Claire make to her family in order to make peace with everyone?

3. How does Newman feel about the idea that he isn't good enough to marry Claire?

4. In what magazine was "The American" originally published as a series?

5. What relationship did Tristam and Newman have prior to meeting again in the story?

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