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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through February.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Monsieur Menicucci?
(a) 58
(b) 36
(c) 49
(d) 62

2. What is the first problem the Mayles encounter in the novel?
(a) the Mistral
(b) homesickness
(c) irate neighbors
(d) high prices

3. Because it was so still in the valley in February what did Monsieur Massot say one could hear?
(a) a cat purring from a distance of 20 feet
(b) the snow falling
(c) the flowers coming up under the snow
(d) a mouse fart

4. What musical instrument does Monsieur Menicucci , the plumber, play?
(a) the clarinet
(b) the violin
(c) the cello
(d) the piano

5. What is necessary in order to buy a car in France?
(a) marriage certificate
(b) letter of recommendation from a Frenchman
(c) proof of residence in France
(d) birth certificate

Short Answer Questions

1. The January meal the Mayles were invited to started with what food?

2. The Mayles began their year in Provence on what holiday?

3. What was the surprising thing about Monsieur Bagnois, the floor-cleaner?

4. What did the Mayles plan to do with the enclosed courtyard in back of their house?

5. What produced a noise like nuts and bolts clattering in a tin?

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