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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. John Dowell can only recall one particular dress his wife Florence wore during their stay at Nauheim. What kind of material is this dress made out of?
(a) Linen.
(b) Satin.
(c) Velvet.
(d) Silk.

2. Why is John Dowell drawn to Leonora Ashburnham?
(a) Because she understands the difficulty of taking care of a sick spouse.
(b) Because she's the only one who understands the heartbreak of infidelity.
(c) Because he is aroused by her beauty.
(d) Because he admires her piety and moral righteousness.

3. How do Leonora and Captain Edward Ashburnham meet and fall in love?
(a) They didn't fall in love--their marriage was arranged by their parents.
(b) They meet at Nauheim where they were seeking treatment for their broken hearts.
(c) They meet overseas while Edward was serving in the military.
(d) They were introduced by John and Florence Dowell.

4. What is Nancy Rufford's relationship to Leonora Ashburnham?
(a) Nancy is Leonora's ward.
(b) Nancy is Leonora's governess.
(c) Nancy is Leonora's maid.
(d) Nancy is Leonora's cousin.

5. What does Captain Edward Ashburnham do while he is in Monte Carlo?
(a) He had an affair with the daughter of an admiral.
(b) He purchased an estate.
(c) He sought medical treatment.
(d) He gambled away an enormous amount of money.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which Christan denomination do Captain Edward Ashbunham's parents follow?

2. After Florence Dowell dies, who does John Dowell want to marry?

3. According to John Dowell, Leonora Ashburnham looks best while wearing which color?

4. Who tells John Dowell that his wife and Captain Edward Ashburnham have been having an affair?

5. In the third chapter, what fear does John Dowell express?

(see the answer key)

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