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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters V and VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who discourages the idea that Newman might like a tour of the house during his visit to see Claire?
(a) Mrs. Tristam.
(b) Valentin.
(c) Claire.
(d) Newman.

2. When was "The American" originally published in book form?
(a) 1777.
(b) 1977.
(c) 1877.
(d) 2007.

3. In what magazine was "The American" originally published as a series?
(a) Newsweek.
(b) Time.
(c) The New Yorker.
(d) The Atlantic Monthly.

4. What does Noemie's father offer to teach Newman when they first meet?
(a) How to paint.
(b) French.
(c) How to play the stock market.
(d) How to play badmitton.

5. What hotel is Newman staying in when he meets Tristam?
(a) The Grand Hotel.
(b) Just a no-name place.
(c) The Hyatt.
(d) The Ritz.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Tristam want Newman to go so they can play poker together?

2. How does Claire feel about marriage?

3. How does Newman think Noemie has come to be so wise in the ways of the world?

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

5. What does Noemie's father claim would make his daughter happier?

(see the answer key)

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