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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. How does Laurent describe Camille when he sees him at the morgue?
2. What does Camille do most nights after work?
3. In "Chapter IX", how long does Laurent figure he can remain idle?
4. In "Chapter VII", how does Laurent find time to meet with Thérèse?
5. Why does Thérèse agree to throw Camille from a boat?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does Laurent do after Camille's death?
2. In "Chapter II", how is Thérèse and Camille's marriage described?
3. What was Camille's childhood like?
4. Why doesn't Laurent make his living as a painter?
5. How did Madame Raquin react when Camille said he wanted to move to the city?
6. How do the newspapers report upon Camille's death?
7. What happens when Thérèse meets the student?
8. Why does Laurent visit the morgue?
9. How do Thérèse and Laurent feel about killing Camille in "Chapter IX"?
10. How do Laurent and Thérèse find time to meet with each other?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Examine how this novel explores what qualities make a good man. Does the author have a firm description? What traits are valued? What traits are not valued?
Essay Topic 2
Analyze the significance of Thérèse's day time suffering and night time suffering. Why are they different? What purpose does this serve?
Essay Topic 3
Explore the role of a minor character, Michaud or Grivet, and his impact on Thérèse's life.
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