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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Robert's sisters attempt to embarrass him in front of Caroline?
(a) They tell her that Robert sleeps with his mother.
(b) They tell her about the incident with the oily medicine and the sweets.
(c) They tell her that Robert cannot speak English.
(d) They tell her Robert is actually a girl.

2. Which of the following does NOT characterize Mary and Colin's relationship?
(a) Polite
(b) Passionate
(c) Routine
(d) Silent

3. Which of the following describes Mary and Colin's relationship at the opening of the novel?
(a) New and volatile
(b) New and exciting
(c) Committed, but uneventful
(d) Committed, but antagonistic

4. How long have Colin and Mary been together?
(a) 7 years
(b) 5 years
(c) 10 years
(d) 7 months

5. Why do Mary and Colin leave their hotel room after making love?
(a) They are going to a bar.
(b) They are planning on moving to another hotel.
(c) They must head home after their vacation.
(d) They are convinced they can find an open restaurant for dinner.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Robert's father allow him to eat chocolate?

2. Why do Robert's sisters put him in their father's study after he has eaten sweets?

3. How does Colin respond to Robert's stories about his family and his wife?

4. Which of Caroline's character traits makes Robert fall in love with her?

5. How does Robert first meet Caroline?

(see the answer key)

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