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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III: Chapter 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of job did Etienne have previously?
(a) a manager
(b) an artist
(c) an engineer
(d) a mechanic

2. Why does Chaval believe he owns Catherine?
(a) because he gives her money
(b) because he is older than she
(c) because they are engaged
(d) because he took her virginity

3. Why does Etienne Lantier go for a walk?
(a) he is restless
(b) he has a headache
(c) he needs the exercise
(d) he is meeting friends

4. What does Etienne see during his walk?
(a) the mine being worked
(b) stealing from the grocery store
(c) the rape of La Maheude
(d) the rape of Catherine

5. What happens to Jeanlin in the accident in November in the mine?
(a) he is injured
(b) he is crippled
(c) he is killed
(d) nothing

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the visitors treat the people in the village?

2. Why does Bonnemort go outside to cough when the visitors are there?

3. With whom does Bonnemort live?

4. For what does Maheu get scolded by his boss?

5. What does Chaval do as Etienne is getting ready to kiss Catherine?

(see the answer key)

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