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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does La Belle Lisa see praying in church?

2. Lisa assumes the role of ____________ in her relationship with Quenu.

3. Where does Marjolin attempt to take advantage of La Belle Lisa?

4. Why is the person in #134 so happy with herself/himself?

5. Who does La Belle Normande marry?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Gluttony is an important theme in the story. Cite at least three examples of gluttony in the story and explain how each example supports your claim.

Essay Topic 2

Project into the future ten years and write a brief synopsis for the lives of Florent, Quenu, La Belle Lisa and Gavard. Be sure to include emotional states as well as physical characteristics, geographic locations, work, politics, and socialization.

Essay Topic 3

Although the vendors live on the fringe of acceptable society, they take care of each other. What is the bond between the characters in Les Halles that makes them want to help each other even when others won't? Is there a common denominator among the Les Halles market society that they recognize themselves in each other? Explain some situations in the book where the Les Halles vendors exhibit humanity toward one another.

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