Chapter Seven Flashcards
Before the Concierge became a Concierge what was she?
A drink vendor at the Parison race track
Who was at Jake’s place while he was out?
Brett and the Count
What three categories did the concierge rate Jake’s visitors?
Good family, well brought up, sportsmen
How is sportsmen pronounced in French?
With an accent on men
What happened if one of Jake’s friends didn’t fall into one of the Concierge three categories?
They were told Jake wasn’t home, chez Barnes
What is the name of the Concierge?
Madame Duzinell
What did one of Jake’s friends who didn’t fall into the Concierge’s categories have to do to get in?
Get a letter from Jake
Who was the wire to Jake from?
Bill Gorton
What ship is Bill Gorton coming in on?
The France
What was the SS France during the war?
A hospital ship interestingly enough
Who was waiting for Jake when he comes out of the shower?
Brett and the Count
What kind of flowers does the Count bring in?
Roses
How much money did the Count pay the Concierge?
200 francs
What question does Jake ask Brett when they are alone?
Couldn’t we live together
How does Brett get rid of the Count?
By sending him out for Champagne
Why does Brett say no to Jake when he asks her to live with him?
Because she would just “tromper” him with everyone
What does tromper mean?
To cheat on
Where does Jake suggest he and Brett live?
In the country
Where is Brett away to from Paris?
San Sebastián
What is the name of the Count’s chauffeur?
Henry
Why can the Count not enjoy good wine in the States?
Because of Prohibition
Who does Brett think the Count’s famous wine friend is?
Veuve Cliquot
Who is the Count’s wine raising friend in the States?
Baron Mumms
What do Brett, the Count and Mumms all have in common that Jake lacks?
Titles
What does the Count tell Jake about titles?
That it never does any good and it only costs money
Where do Brett, Jake and the Count go to dinner?
The Bois
According to the the Count what do only half the cigars do?
Draw
According to the Count who has the best class he has ever seen?
Brett
According to the Count what happens if you joke people?
You make enemies
Who’s the only friend that Brett has according to her?
Jake
Who is the only person Brett wouldn’t joke?
Jake
What is Brett’s toast with the champagne?
To Royalty
What does Jake suggest the Count write a book on?
Wines
What is the Count’s campaign record?
7 wars and 4 revolutions
How many arrow wounds does the Count have?
2
Where did the Count get his arrow wounds?
Abbyssinia
How old was the Count when he was in Abyssinia?
21
What was the Count doing in Abyssinia?
He was on a business trip
What does the Count say is the secret to enjoying yourself?
Knowing one’s values
Has the Count ever been in love?
No
How many bottles of champagne did the Count, Hake and Brett drink?
Three
What is the reason Jake gives god not marrying Brett?
They want to lead our own lives
What is the reason Brett gives for not marrying Jake?
They want to lead their own careers
What is the oldest wine that the Bois has?
1811
Who doe Brett know at Zelli’s?
The black drummer
Who writes letters to Brett?
Mike
Who is putting up for Brett and Lord Ashley’s divorce?
Mike’s mother
Why doesn’t the Count want to dance?
He’s too old
What is the Count doing when Jake and Brett leave?
Sitting at a table with three girls
How much money does Jake pay Henry, the chauffeur?
20 francs
