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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. In "Chapter XXVIII", why do Thérèse and Laurent let Madame Raquin listen to their arguments?

2. What does Laurent see in Madame Raquin's face when she realizes he killed Camille?

3. How does Thérèse first respond when Laurent says he wants to rent a studio?

4. Why does Laurent threaten Thérèse at the end of "Chapter XXII"?

5. Why does Laurent talk about his old times with Thérèse on their wedding night?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Madame Raquin feel about the care Thérèse and Laurent give her when she is ill?

2. What makes Thérèse and Laurent decide they can never kiss in "Chapter XXIII"?

3. Why does Thérèse argue against Laurent renting a studio at first?

4. How does Thérèse show her remorse in "Chapter XXIX"?

5. How do Laurent and Thérèse get Madame Raquin to suggest they get married?

6. In "Chapter XVII", what does Laurent decide about Thérèse?

7. Why does Thérèse compare Camille to Laurent in "Chapter XXX"?

8. What happens when Thérèse sees Laurent's scar?

9. How does Thérèse feel about the Thursday night gatherings after Camille's death?

10. Why does Thérèse kiss Madame Raquin in "Chapter XXIX"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast two settings in "Thérèse Raquin".

Essay Topic 2

What commentary does the author provide on forgiveness?

Essay Topic 3

How is guilt a theme in this novel?

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