The 120 Days of Sodom and Other Writings Test | Mid-Book Test - Medium

Mid-Book Test (up to Florville and Courval)

This test consists of 5 multiple choice, 5 short answer, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. According to Beauvoir, what did Sade long for?
a) The ability to be regarded as a famous writer.
b) The ability to do what he wished without punishment.
c) A strong soul.
d) A real life.

2. Given that Beauvoir stated that he found no "hint of ambition" in Sade, what did Beauvoir state that he believed about Sade?
a) He was a coward.
b) He was bound for greatness.
c) He was satisfied living a mundane life.
d) He would be burned for his sins.

3. Which author did Sade supposedly ignore because of his jealousy regarding the individual's success as a writer? (read more)