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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On the night of Florence Dowell's death, what does Captain Edward Ashburnham tell Nancy Rufford?
(a) That Florence Dowell is the person for whom he cares most in the world.
(b) That she, Nancy, is the person for whom he cares most in the world.
(c) That he murdered Florence Dowell.
(d) That he has reconciled with his wife.

2. During the visit to the castle, where does Florence Dowell touch Captain Edward Ashburnham on his body?
(a) She touches him on the waist.
(b) She touches him on the wrist.
(c) She touches him on the back.
(d) She touches him on the forehead.

3. When it's discovered that Florence Dowell has a heart condition, what does the doctor tell John Dowell he should never do?
(a) Allow Florence to engage in physical affection.
(b) Allow Florence to venture into arid climates.
(c) Allow Florence to participate in athletics.
(d) Allow Florence to eat spicy food.

4. Inside the castle, what object does Florence Dowell draw everyone's attention to?
(a) A draft of Martin Luther's protest against the church.
(b) A draft of Martin Luther's translation of the bible.
(c) The bed in which Martin Luther slept.
(d) The chalice from which Martin Luther drank.

5. Where is John Dowell when he first hears of his wife's affair with Captain Edward Ashburnham?
(a) In the castle.
(b) Home in the United States.
(c) At the Branshaw Manor.
(d) At Nauheim.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Nancy Rufford live before she begins living with the Ashburnhams?

2. How does Maisie Maidan die?

3. John Dowell can only recall one particular dress his wife Florence wore during their stay at Nauheim. What kind of pattern is on this dress?

4. John Dowell can only recall one particular dress his wife Florence wore during their stay at Nauheim. What color is this dress?

5. How old is Nancy when she is knocked unconscious?

(see the answer key)

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