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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 5 - 148.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his dedication, to what job does the author compare his work as a novelist?
(a) Doctor of social medicine.
(b) Supreme Court Justice.
(c) Professor of philosophy.
(d) Theatre actor.

2. Why is cousin Bette not accepted in society?
(a) She is poorly dressed.
(b) She is an orphan.
(c) She is handicapped.
(d) She is unmarried.

3. Why does the Baron want Lisbeth to move to the Rue Vaneau?
(a) To live in a more fashionable area.
(b) To distance her from Hortense.
(c) To be closer to the family.
(d) To spy on Madame Marneffe.

4. Who buys the group from Wenceslas?
(a) The Baron.
(b) Stidman.
(c) Monsieur Marneffe.
(d) Monsieur Crevel.

5. What particular significance does the name d'Ervy have to the Baron?
(a) It is his mother's maiden name.
(b) It is the name of his first love.
(c) It is the site of a famous battle.
(d) It is his birthplace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Monsieur Crevel suggest that Madame Hulot do to obtain a dowry for her daughter?

2. What does Lisbeth surmise as the cause of her admirer's failed suicide attempt?

3. What reason does Lisbeth give Wenceslas to convince him not to write to anyone from jail about his predicament?

4. Who steals Lisbeth's admirer?

5. Who informs Lisbeth that Wenceslas is to marry Hortense?

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