Quiz King of Greed Ana Huang

King of Greed Quiz – 20 Questions to Test Your Knowledge

Welcome to the King of Greed quiz! Whether you just finished Dom and Alessandra’s journey or you’re revisiting their story, these 20 questions will challenge your grasp of the plot, character motivations, themes, and deeper connections.

Before you start, you may want to refresh your memory by reading the book overview, the questions and answers, or the ending explained.

8 Plot & Sequence Questions

  1. At the end of Chapter 3, Alessandra removes her wedding ring. What does she do with it?

    • A. Leaves it on the mantelpiece.
    • B. Throws it into the river.
    • C. Gives it to the housekeeper Camila.
    • D. Sells it for cash.

  2. After Dominic and Alessandra’s passionate kiss in the bar restroom (Chapter 11), what interrupts them?

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  3. What causes the flood that destroys Alessandra’s flower shop inventory?

    • A. A burst pipe.
    • B. A thunderstorm.
    • C. Vandalism by an unknown person.
    • D. An employee accidentally left a faucet running.

  4. In Chapter 44, where does Dominic take Alessandra for a surprise trip after their reconciliation?

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  5. When Dominic learns (from Dante) that Alessandra has bought a one‑way ticket to Brazil, what does he do?

    • A. He buys a one‑way ticket to Brazil.
    • B. He calls Alessandra and begs her to stay.
    • C. He sends her dozens of gold roses.
    • D. He decides to wait for her to return.

  6. At the restaurant opening in Chapter 13, which guest suddenly collapses and dies?

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  7. Inside the elevator with Roman, what does Dominic ultimately agree to do to save both their lives?

    • A. Abandon the DBG bank acquisition.
    • B. Hand over his company to Roman.
    • C. Call the police and confess to a crime.
    • D. Leave New York for Ohio.

  8. During the epilogue’s second wedding, what surprise does Alessandra reveal to Dominic?

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5 Character Motivation Questions

  1. What is the primary reason Dominic throws himself into work and builds Davenport Capital?

    • A. A deep fear of returning to poverty and failure.
    • B. An obsession with being richer than his Wall Street rivals.
    • C. Pressure from his brother Roman.
    • D. A desire to impress Alessandra with lavish gifts.

  2. Why does Alessandra initially agree to only one date with Dominic after the wedding in Brazil?

    • A. She thinks a single date will get him to stop pursuing her.
    • B. She secretly hopes to fall back in love with him.
    • C. Her friends Sloane and Isabella pressure her into it.
    • D. She wants to make him jealous by dating other men.

  3. What motivates Roman to confront Dominic and threaten him with a gun?

    • A. Roman works for a shadowy group that needs to stop the DBG acquisition.
    • B. Roman wants revenge because Dominic refused to give him an alibi fifteen years ago.
    • C. Roman is jealous of Dominic’s wealth and wants to steal it.
    • D. Roman wants Dominic to help him disappear from his criminal past.

  4. Why does Alessandra start her own flower business, Floria Designs?

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  5. During the elevator standoff with Roman, what internal conflict does Dominic struggle with?

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4 Theme & Symbol Questions

  1. The gold rose that Dominic gives Alessandra in the epilogue primarily symbolizes:

    • A. The renewal and commitment of their love.
    • B. His immense wealth and ability to buy anything.
    • C. The jealousy he feels toward Aiden.
    • D. His regret for past mistakes.

  2. The engraved lighter that Dominic still carries is a symbol of:

    • A. Alessandra’s comfort and support after Professor Ehrlich’s death.
    • B. Dominic’s childhood trauma and anger.
    • C. His obsessive need for control and coping mechanisms.
    • D. The power and status he has achieved.

  3. The painting that hangs at Alessandra’s gallery opening – depicting life, death, and rebirth – represents what in the story?

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  4. Dominic’s repeated failure to remember his wedding anniversary serves as a symbol of:

    • A. His consistent prioritization of work over his relationship.
    • B. His genuine memory problems caused by stress.
    • C. A lack of genuine love for Alessandra.
    • D. The chaotic lifestyle of Wall Street executives.

3 Synthesis Questions

  1. Dominic’s dyslexia plays a crucial role in his backstory. How does this condition shape his character and his initial relationship with Alessandra?

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  2. Throughout the novel, Dominic and Alessandra have different views of what “security” means. Briefly contrast their definitions.

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  3. Secondary characters like Dante, Kai, Sloane, and Vivian nudge the main characters toward key realizations. Give one example of how a secondary character’s advice or observation moves the plot forward.

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Answer Key

# Answer Explanation (spoilers)
1 A. Leaves it on the mantelpiece. In Chapter 3, Alessandra removes her ring and leaves it as a symbolic end to her old life before walking out.
2 A phone call from an unknown caller. The ringtone breaks the moment; Alessandra says “I can’t” and leaves the restroom.
3 A. A burst pipe. Isabella calls Alessandra in Brazil to report the flood.
4 Washington, D.C. – they revisit Frankie’s, Thayer, and Crumble & Bake. It is a nostalgic trip that mirrors their early days as a couple.
5 A. He buys a one‑way ticket to Brazil. Shocked by the news, Dominic impulsively books a flight to win her back.
6 Martin Wellgrew. He collapses at the restaurant opening in Chapter 13.
7 A. Abandon the DBG bank acquisition. Roman forces him to choose between the deal and both of their lives.
8 She is eight months pregnant. Dominic is joyfully shocked when she tells him during their rooftop wedding.
9 A. A deep fear of returning to poverty and failure. Dominic’s background of financial struggle and being labeled a problem student drives his relentless ambition.
10 A. She thinks a single date will get him to stop pursuing her. She sets strict conditions because she believes one date will make him back off.
11 A. Roman works for a shadowy group that needs to stop the DBG acquisition. Roman reveals he was hired to prevent the purchase, not for personal revenge.
12 To reclaim her identity after losing herself in her marriage to Dominic. Floria Designs is her way of rebuilding a life separate from being Mrs. Dominic Davenport.
13 Torn between his desire for the legacy‑making acquisition and his wish to live for Alessandra. Dominic ultimately chooses survival and love over ambition.
14 A. The renewal and commitment of their love. The gold rose is used in Dominic’s proposal and is a thread through their reconnection.
15 A. Alessandra’s comfort and support after Professor Ehrlich’s death. The lighter was a gift from Alessandra and surfaces in Dominic’s memory in a dive scene.
16 The cycle of their relationship – death of the old marriage, rebirth of a stronger love. Alessandra contemplates the painting just before Dominic arrives and they reconcile.
17 A. His consistent prioritization of work over his relationship. Forgetting the anniversary is a recurring symbol of the imbalance that drove them apart.
18 Dyslexia made Dominic distrust teachers and feel like an “idiot,” shaping his drive to prove himself. Meeting Alessandra as a tutor built trust and their earliest connection. The tutoring sessions were the foundation of their relationship.
19 Dominic sees security in wealth, legacy, and never returning to poverty. Alessandra sees security in presence, time together, and emotional connection. This clash is at the heart of their separation.
20 Example: Dante bluntly tells Dominic that he himself is the problem (Chapter 9), forcing Dominic to admit his neglect. Or: Sloane encourages Alessandra to date again after the divorce. These moments push the protagonists toward self‑awareness and change.

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