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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the surprising thing about Monsieur Bagnois, the floor-cleaner?
(a) He weighed 400 pounds
(b) He was a gourmet
(c) He had 17 children
(d) He was originally from India

2. How does Massot decide to discourage the Germans from camping in the national park?
(a) He decides to turn his vicious dogs on them
(b) He sets snares in the park.
(c) He decides to shoot into the air when he sees them
(d) He puts up threatening signs

3. What did Faustin decide should replace the melon field?
(a) a vegetable garden
(b) more grape vines
(c) a lawn
(d) a flower garden

4. What did Tony ask to do right after he arrived at the Mayles' house?
(a) He asked if he could use their bathroom.
(b) He asked if he could call London.
(c) He asked if he could lie down and take a nap.
(d) He asked if he could tour the village.

5. Who started calling the Mayles in February?
(a) the local newspaper
(b) neighbors who wanted to help with the renovation
(c) friends from England who wanted to visit them.
(d) the former owners of the house

Short Answer Questions

1. How far did they have to move the stone table to get it into the courtyard?

2. Lengthy discussions were held between which two people during the planting?

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

4. The euphoria of bicycling lasted until what?

5. What guide book do the Mayles become familiar with?

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