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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of "The Infernal Parliament," what letter does the Fiend state is missing?
(a) "G."
(b) "S."
(c) "H."
(d) "L."

2. What is the last thing Dmitri does in the story?
(a) Tells Girntiza, Vontieff, and Shultz he knew of their plan, then drinks the wine.
(b) Leaves with Girntiza, Vontieff, and Shultz.
(c) Leaves the country to die alone.
(d) Goes mad and imprisons himself.

3. What kind of dog does the English gamekeeper believe can drive birds from their nests?
(a) A terrier.
(b) A wolfhound.
(c) A spaniel.
(d) A setter.

4. What is the highest mark of appreciation in Pandemonium?
(a) Stomping of feet.
(b) Applause.
(c) Being listened to in silent appreciation.
(d) Standing ovations.

5. What do Francesca's enemies know of her to lack?
(a) Poise.
(b) A soul.
(c) Intelligence.
(d) Humor.

6. In whose honor does Francesca throw a farewell dinner?
(a) Lady Veula's.
(b) Her son's.
(c) Comus'.
(d) The Duke's.

7. Comus, when telling Elaine it was too hot for tea, states that he would rather do what?
(a) Feed the swans.
(b) Recline in the gazebo.
(c) Drink beer in the gardens.
(d) Swim in the lake.

8. What is Girnitz's favorite weapon?
(a) The revolver.
(b) The dagger.
(c) The sword.
(d) The musket.

9. How much money does the egg-seller need?
(a) 80 francs.
(b) 180 pounds.
(c) 180 francs.
(d) 80 rupees.

10. According to "The Square Egg," what animal resembles the "drab-coated creature of the twilight"?
(a) The bat.
(b) The raccoon.
(c) The wolf.
(d) The badger.

11. What does Dimitri do to Girntiza, Vontieff, and Shultz?
(a) Banished them.
(b) Shot them.
(c) Imprisoned them.
(d) Posioned them.

12. What bird does the narrator come across that "flitted wistfully to and fro"?
(a) A purple martin.
(b) A pearl kite.
(c) An osprey.
(d) A hen-chaffinch.

13. How old is Dimitri during the action of the play?
(a) 13.
(b) 20.
(c) 17.
(d) 15.

14. What is the name of the theater that both Comus and the author of "The Woman Who Wished it was Wednesday" were at?
(a) Strawberry Hill Grande Theater.
(b) Straw Exchange Theater.
(c) Devonshire Theater.
(d) Kildonan Theater.

15. At the opening of "The Hedgehog," what is being played by mixed doubles?
(a) Lawn tennis.
(b) Bridge.
(c) Croquet.
(d) Lacrosse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the Governess before she could enact her wishes upon Amalie? ("The Wolves of Cernogratz")

2. Where does Lena Strudwarden wish to spend Easter?

3. Why is Lena concerned about her husband's plans for Easter?

4. What does Dr. Stronetz offer to Dimitri to speed his inevitable death?

5. What does Dimitri ask for from Dr. Stronetz. after finding out that he is to die?

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