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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XVII and XVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What advice does Newman give Lord Deepmere on the night of his engagement party?
(a) To listen to Madame de Bellegarde.
(b) To stay away from the family.
(c) To leave town as soon as possible.
(d) To make his move on Noemie.

2. For how long does Claire make Newman promise to wait before bringing up the idea of marriage again?
(a) Six weeks.
(b) Six months.
(c) Six years.
(d) Six days.

3. Who is Lord Deepmere?
(a) A corrupt elected official in Paris.
(b) Newman's long-lost cousin.
(c) Mrs. Bread's brother-in-law.
(d) A relative of the Bellegardes.

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

5. How does Valentin describe Claire to Newman?
(a) Good.
(b) All of these answers are correct.
(c) Kind.
(d) Intelligent.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the Bellegarde family welcome him when he tells them that he and Claire are engaged?

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

3. Who discourages the idea that Newman might like a tour of the house during his visit to see Claire?

4. What does Newman ask Valentin to help him do with Claire?

5. Why was Claire unable to inherit her husband's money?

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