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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Lighthouse Chapters 1 and 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mr. Ramsay react to being seen reciting poetry by Lily and Mr. Bankes?
(a) He is happy someone heard his recitation
(b) He doesn't care.
(c) He wants to recite more to them.
(d) He is furious.

2. What is Mrs. Ramsay's opinion on human relationships?
(a) Human relationships are fulfilling and special.
(b) Human relationships are emotionally perfect.
(c) Human relationships are full of love and kindness.
(d) Human relationships are selfish, imperfect, and dreadful.

3. Why doesn't Nancy want to go on the walk with Paul and Minta?
(a) Nancy doesn't want to dirty her new shoes.
(b) Nancy doesn't like the way Paul treats her.
(c) Nancy doesn't know what Minta wants from her.
(d) Minta is always teasing her.

4. What makes Mr. Ramsay a happy man?
(a) Reciting his poetry
(b) His books and his lectures
(c) He has his wife, children, and his career teaching young men philosophy.
(d) Going for a walk on the beach

5. How does Mrs. Ramsay determine which necklace to wear to dinner?
(a) She lets her children, Jasper and Rose, to choose the necklace.
(b) She holds each necklace against the dress, finding the closest match.
(c) She closes her eyes and picks one from the jewelry box.
(d) She lets Mr. Ramsay choose for her.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Mrs. McNab locks the door to the house, how does the author describe it?

2. Why is Mrs. Ramsay so worried about the way her son, Jasper, passes the time?

3. What is Lily's opinion of Mr. Ramsay?

4. What does Mrs. Ramsay think she could have managed better in her 50 years?

5. What does Mr. Ramsay tell James as Mrs. Ramsay is measuring his foot for the stockings?

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