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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, 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) Silk.
(c) Velvet.
(d) Satin.

2. In the second chapter, it's revealed that John and Florence Dowell spend twelve years of their marriage doing what?
(a) Donating to charity.
(b) Traveling from city to city.
(c) Seeking medical treatment.
(d) Having various extramarital affairs.

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?
(a) A floral pattern.
(b) A Chinese pattern.
(c) A polka dot pattern.
(d) A Hawaiian pattern.

4. In which country do the Dowells live?
(a) Germany.
(b) England.
(c) Ireland.
(d) America.

5. In the first chapter, the narrator compares the institution of marriage to what?
(a) A rotten apple and a prison.
(b) A red rose.
(c) A ball and chain.
(d) A runaway train and an enduring flame.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the narrator of The Good Solider ?

2. In Chapter 2, John Dowell is reminded of a folktale. In the folktale, which two characters appear?

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

4. When John Dowell's wife passes away, what does he want to do with the money he inherits from her estate?

5. In the first chapter, the narrator describes the story as what?

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