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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XIII - XVI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Laurent start his attack on Camille in "Chapter XI"?
(a) He hits him in the head.
(b) He grabs his wrist.
(c) He tickles him.
(d) He slaps him.

2. Why does Laurent say he lost the financial support of his father?
(a) Because he tried to make a living painting.
(b) Because he turned 21.
(c) Because his father lost their money in a bad investment.
(d) Because his father died.

3. How does Madame Raquin know Michaud?
(a) They are cousins.
(b) Her husband used to work with him.
(c) They used to live in the same house.
(d) Her neice married his son.

4. In "Chapter II", why does the narrator say Thérèse was excited about living in the country?
(a) The freedom.
(b) The work opportunities.
(c) The men.
(d) The education.

5. How does Laurent describe Camille when he sees him at the morgue?
(a) Invisible.
(b) Pained.
(c) Hideous.
(d) Gone.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter I", what does the man do in the shop?

2. Why does Laurent say he can't live the life of a painter?

3. What does Camille do most nights after work?

4. In "Chapter VI", how does the narrator describe Laurent's portrait?

5. What does Laurent say he went to school for?

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