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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After returning home to Paris from their vacation, what does Stephen purchase in order to show Mary around Paris?
(a) An airplane.
(b) Two new cars.
(c) A hot air balloon.
(d) Two new bicycles.

2. When showing Stephen around Paris, what does Jonathan primarily focus on revealing to her?
(a) Libraries with extensive book collections.
(b) Wineries and vineyards.
(c) Homosexual cultures and objects.
(d) Fencing arenas and clubs.

3. When "The Well of Loneliness" was published in 1928, what reason was given as to why it was banned?
(a) Any book depicting alcohol as "fun," was banned by Prohibition.
(b) It unfairly depicts the wealthy as intolerant and homophobic.
(c) It was believed to be saturated with infidelity, sexual promiscuity, and suicide.
(d) It adresses the issues of homosexuality from the point of a lesbian.

4. During the time Stephen has spent away from Morton, what has she accomplished?
(a) She has written a highly succsesful novel.
(b) She has written her autobiography.
(c) She has written many controversal articles.
(d) She has published her written coorespondance with Angela.

5. What written request does Stephen leave for Lady Anna before her travels abroad with Jonathan?
(a) To sell her apartment in London.
(b) To accept her fully for what she is.
(c) To relieve Miss Puddleton of her position at Morton.
(d) To not write her while away, she will not respond.

6. How does Stephen's endeavor of writing a third novel affect her relationship with Mary?
(a) Mary begins to dispise Stephen and they fight regularly.
(b) Mary's observation of Stephen working tirelessing on her novel increases their respect and admiration for each other.
(c) There is no real affect as both women have their preoccupations.
(d) Mary oftern feels left out and unattendend to while Stephen fails to understand Mary's pain.

7. Why does Stephen take young women, such as Mary, "under her wing" during military operations?
(a) Because she hopes to find a romantic partner in the young women.
(b) So she can protect herself by making the women drive in the most dangerous conditions.
(c) To train and protect these women.
(d) Because she is commanded to do so by her military superiors.

8. During renovations on her new home in Paris and collaborating with an architect, which decision does Stephen actively participate in?
(a) All of the above.
(b) The home's wallpaper.
(c) The home's carpet.
(d) The home's furniture.

9. After returning home from vacation, why is Stephen upset at her mother's request to visit her at Morton?
(a) Because Lady Anna has defied Stephen's request to not write her.
(b) Because Lady Anna criticized Stephen's novels.
(c) Because Lady Anna sold Sir Phillip's possessions.
(d) Because Lady Anna failed to invite Mary.

10. During Stephen's brave rescues in the heat of battle, what part of Stephen's body is injured?
(a) Her leg.
(b) Her ear.
(c) Her shoulder.
(d) Her face.

11. What relative of Martin Hallam is both polite, yet disapproving of Stephen and her lifestyle?
(a) Aunt Sarah.
(b) Uncle Harry.
(c) Uncle Robert.
(d) Aunt Elisabeth.

12. On one of Stephen's occasional visits to Morton, what important news does she learn?
(a) That the Crossbys have moved back to America.
(b) That Williams, the old groom now works for the Antrims.
(c) That Lady Anna is dying of cancer.
(d) That Raftery has grown sick and lame.

13. Who does Stephen travel to Paris with?
(a) Martin Hallam.
(b) Miss Puddleton.
(c) Violet Antrim.
(d) Lady Anna.

14. What activity do Jamie and Barbara pursue during their party with French African friends from school?
(a) Hide and seek.
(b) Singing slave spirituals.
(c) Cooking tradtional Creole food.
(d) Rythmic dancing.

15. After falling in love with Mary, what does Martin propose to do to remedy the conflict with Stephen?
(a) To confront Stephen and demand to see Mary alone as often as possible.
(b) To run away with Mary while Stephen is unaware.
(c) To commit suicide. He always falls in love with the wrong woman.
(d) To leave Paris and spare Stephen the pain of Mary's possible rejection of her.

Short Answer Questions

1. After leaving the military, where do Stephen and Mary eventually decide to vacation together?

2. How does Puddle react when Stephen suggests she move back to Morton?

3. While Stephen takes in the sights and cultures of Paris life, she begins fencing again. What is the name of her instructor?

4. Once in London, Stephen consistently avoids social activities such as parties and going out to restaurants. Which character is concerned for Stephen's mental health?

5. After noticing what Stephen has done with another "lover," what is Mary's reaction?

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