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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10, 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What catches Mrs. Wilkins eye in the newspaper?
(a) An editorial.
(b) A photograph.
(c) An advertisement.
(d) A headline.

2. How does Mrs. Wilkins normally behave in public as of Chapter 1?
(a) Overly cheery.
(b) Cranky.
(c) Withdrawn.
(d) Anxious.

3. What excites Mrs. Wilkins about what she sees in the newspaper in Chapter 1?
(a) The possibility of a holiday in Italy.
(b) The idea of owning a new puppy.
(c) The chance to meet some new friends.
(d) The innovations in cleaning appliances.

4. When Mrs. Wilkins awakes in Chapter 6, which of the following does she not take pleasure in?
(a) The smell of the linens.
(b) The thought of being away from her husband for an entire month.
(c) Being alone in bed.
(d) The prettiness of her room.

5. How do the appearances of Mrs. Wilkins and Mrs. Arbuthnot change as they look outside in Chapter 6?
(a) They look more energized.
(b) They look more relaxed, prettier and younger.
(c) They look a little sad and guilty.
(d) They look bigger and brighter.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many replies do the women receive from their advertisement in Chapter 3?

2. What does the narration note about Mrs. Wilkins marriage and life in Chapter 1?

3. Who are Mrs. Wilkins and Mrs. Arbuthnot surprised to see from their window in Chapter 6?

4. What does Mrs. Fisher tell Mrs. Wilkins and Mrs. Arbuthnot to do during the lunch course in Chapter 9?

5. What must the renters provide to the landlord for the Italian villa?

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