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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many people were on the planting team?
(a) 7 under the direction of Beauchier
(b) 4 under the direction of Massot
(c) 6 under the direction of Christian
(d) 3 under the direction Peter Mayle

2. What is the name of the Provencal stew the Mayles wanted to make?
(a) sans-souci
(b) soupe extraordinaire
(c) souffle
(d) pebronata

3. What kind of bird is in the story Massot tells?
(a) a pigeon
(b) a cockerel
(c) a sparrow
(d) a parrot

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

5. How much did Massot feel his house was worth?
(a) 200 thousand francs
(b) 500 thousand francs
(c) a half a million francs
(d) a million francs

Short Answer Questions

1. The Mayles' home is situated between which two villages?

2. Who is recommended to help the Mayles with their courtyard?

3. What became the lead story in the local newspaper in early February?

4. What season was over?

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

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