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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 149 - 286.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What proof of Wenceslas' infidelity does Hortense receive?
(a) The testimony of a witness.
(b) A letter from Valerie.
(c) A confession.
(d) A photograph.

2. Where does Wenceslas tell Hortense he plans to go early the next morning following his dinner with Valerie?
(a) The bank.
(b) His studio.
(c) Church.
(d) The War Ministry.

3. How much does Crevel agree to pay for a copy of the silver group ordered by Valerie?
(a) Ten thousand francs.
(b) Three thousand sous.
(c) A thousand crowns.
(d) Fifteen hundred pounds.

4. To what animal does Monsieur Crevel compare Mademoiselle Hortense in his conversation with the Baroness?
(a) A fox.
(b) A thoroughbred horse.
(c) A nightingale.
(d) A pig.

5. What reason does Lisbeth give Hortense and the Baroness for Wenceslas' decision to go to Russia?
(a) He has fled from his debts in France.
(b) He has been offered a commission by the Czar.
(c) He has political motivations for going there.
(d) He has received a letter from his wife summoning him.

Short Answer Questions

1. To which Shakespeare character does the narrator compare Montejanos, due to his physique and complexion?

2. What is Vauvinet's profession?

3. After Hector receives bad news from Johann Fischer, what bad news does he receive from Valerie in a letter?

4. In his dedication, to what job does the author compare his work as a novelist?

5. How much older is the Baroness than her cousin Bette?

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