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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 through 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 5, upon returning to the sitting room, what does Kitty see?
(a) A note from Walter with a book.
(b) Charlie's empty brandy glass.
(c) Charlie's misplaced hat.
(d) Her lost cat.

2. How does Mrs. Garstin persuade Mr. Garstin to do something he isn't inclined to do?
(a) She makes logical arguments to bring him around to her point-of-view.
(b) She begs and pleads until he cannot resist her entreaties.
(c) She gives him the silent treatment until he gives in.
(d) She nags him until he relents in exhaustion.

3. Why doesn't Walter like to answer questions about himself?
(a) He doesn't want Kitty to know about his past.
(b) He likes to be in control of the direction of the conversation.
(c) It bores him to talk about himself.
(d) He cannot remember the things she asks him about.

4. How old is Mrs. Garstin?
(a) 65.
(b) 55, but she claims to be 40.
(c) 50.
(d) 45.

5. What is Mr. Garstin's impression of Walter after talking with him for some time?
(a) He thinks Walter is very rude.
(b) He thinks Walter is extremely conceited.
(c) He finds Walter highly intelligent.
(d) He finds Walter very boring.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of books does Walter like to read?

2. Where does Kitty's family go for their summer holiday?

3. Which Italian city was Somerset Maugham staying in when he was inspired to write The Painted Veil?

4. Why does Kitty refuse so many proposals?

5. Why does Charlie leave the sitting room in Chapter 1?

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