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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. When does Michel realize he's never had a break from his studies?
2. How does Michel's wife feel about seeing him take action in Part 1, Chapter 8?
3. What word or phrase best describes Michel's persona in Part 1, Chapters 5-7?
4. Why does Michel sunbathe nude and explore the craggy area?
5. With his new attitude at the end of Part 1, Chapters 5-7, how does Michel view each day?
Short Essay Questions
1. Discuss Michel's life and interests following the death of his mother at age 15.
2. Why does Michel visit Menalque despite Marceline's opinion of the man and her illness the night of the scheduled visit? What does this say about Michel's commitment to his wife?
3. Michel and Marceline decide to leave Biskra before the harsh winter weather arrives. What does Michel do on his last night in town and how does he feel?
4. Is Michel attracted to Alcide? What kinds of things do Michel and Alcide do together?
5. How does Michel deal with Marceline's reaction to his new look?
6. What are some of the symptoms of tuberculosis? How does Michel know his condition is serious?
7. What is the importance of the alliteration and repetition used in Part 2, Chapter 1 when the author writes "Autumn is advancing?"
8. What does Michel begin to notice in his weakened physical condition?
9. Why does Michel take on a supervisory role when he returns to the family estate?
10. What happens when Marceline asks Michel to pray for her?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What is the primary theme of The Immoralist? How does the author present this theme? How does the theme develop throughout the novel?
Essay Topic 2
How does the use of the first person point of view affect the reader's perception of Michel and his story?
Essay Topic 3
What is the importance of tuberculosis in The Immoralist?
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