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Weekend Fay Weldon
Weekend Fay Weldon
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1
When the others go for a walk on Sunday morning, they...
...leave Martha with all the cleaning up to do.
...promise to be back by ten.
...leave a cold breakfast for Martha.
...expect Martha to follow them.
2
How does Martin view Martha's organization and planning?
Unproductive
Efficient and indispensable
Annoying and unnecessary
Overly meticulous but beneficial
3
When Colin and Katie have noisy sex, Martha is bothered because she...
doesn't want the children to hear them.
...envies them.
...feels prudish.
...doesn't want to talk about it with Martin.
4
What is one of Martin's criticisms of Martha's car?
It is too old and wide
It uses too much fuel
It has no air conditioning
It has a bad sound system
5
What does Martha do with the towels when returning from the weekend?
Takes them back to London to wash
Reuses them without washing
Leaves them at the cottage
Hands them to a laundry service
6
How does Martha respond to Martin's criticism of the children's snack?
She immediately changes the snack
She ignores him
She defends her choice
She argues back
7
Why does Martha not wear scent as Martin wishes?
She is allergic to fragrances
She prefers natural smells
She never seems to have the time
She finds them too strong
8
When having sex with Martin, Matha...
feels under pressure.
is passionate.
is indifferent.
rather enjoys it.
9
What type of car does Martin drive?
An old estate car
A classic vintage car
A luxury sedan
A small sports car
10
How does Martha feel about Katie during their visit?
She finds Katie to be helpful and considerate
She feels Katie is disrespectful and self-centered
She enjoys Katie's humorous nature
She views Katie as a mother figure
11
What does Martin believe about Martha's working outside of the home?
It allows Martha to be independent
It is the best thing for the children
It helps the family financially
It is Martha's moral responsibility
12
What type of dish is Martha preparing for Sunday lunch?
Spaghetti Bolognese
Chicken curry and rice
Roast beef with potatoes and peas
Grilled fish with salad
13
Why was Martha's driving license suspended?
She was caught speeding
She was caught driving without insurance
She was caught driving while intoxicated
She was involved in a hit and run
14
What does Martha fear about her own appearance compared to Katie's?
Her hips and older age make her feel unattractive
Her legs are too thin
Her eyes are too small
Her hair is too short
15
How does Martin feel about guests helping with meal preparation?
He expects everyone to contribute equally
He welcomes their assistance
He prefers they stay out of the kitchen
He believes guests should take over completely
16
What activity does Martin take up on weekday evenings?
Gardening workshops
Car-maintenance evening class
Cooking classes
Swimming lessons
17
Why does Martha cry after Jenny starts her first period?
She feels overwhelmed by the milestone
She is reminded of her own adolescence
She regrets not having more children
She feels guilty for missing the moment
18
What does Martha do after Colin and Katie argue about the photo of Janet?
She sweeps up the ashes of the burned photo
She ignores the argument completely
She advises Katie to talk to Colin calmly
She tries to mediate the situation
19
Why did Colin leave Janet for Katie?
Katie was wealthier than Janet
Janet was boring and had let herself go
Janet was unfaithful
Katie was his childhood sweetheart
20
What domestic chore does Katie refuse to help with?
Taking care of the children
Gardening
Cooking
Washing dishes
21
What does Martin usually do after Martha finishes preparing everything for the trip?
Pack the car
Turn off the TV and lock the house
Wash the dishes
Prepare the children
