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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Julian's father-in-law tell him to do that will allow him to give Julian more money?
(a) Give him a grandson.
(b) Find a painter worth something.
(c) Divorce his daughter.
(d) Find good buys in the picture market.

2. How does Peter Usher react to the news that Lampeth gives him at the gallery reception?
(a) Peter is thrilled to get his work shown with Modigliani's.
(b) Peter is bothered that it will be shown in The New Room.
(c) Peter is angry enough to cause a scene.
(d) Peter is disappointed.

3. What mode of transportation does Peter use to get to Mr. Dixon's gallery?
(a) Bicycle.
(b) Taxi.
(c) Train.
(d) Tube.

4. What does Lampeth say is the reason for the increase in the art market?
(a) The high interest of the wealthy Europeans.
(b) The revival of the Renaissance.
(c) The Americans becoming art conscious after WWII.
(d) The need for investment after WWII.

5. Why does Samantha slap Joe at the party?
(a) He had Tom investigated.
(b) He told her she had no talent.
(c) He told her to get rid of Tom.
(d) He made a pass at her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What three items does Lipsey have to begin his investigation?

2. How does Sarah react when Julian asks her for more money?

3. What does Lipsey decide that he must do first in his investigation?

4. What is Lampeth's business with Lipsey?

5. What has Mad Mitch set up for his and Peter's scam?

(see the answer key)

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