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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what event is Au Bonheur des Dames prepared at the beginning of Chapter 4?
(a) Christmas sale.
(b) Easter sale.
(c) Winter sale.
(d) Bastille Day sale.

2. Why is Bourras angry at Mouret?
(a) Mouret has cheated Bourras in a business deal.
(b) Mouret tries to seduce Bourras' daughter.
(c) Mouret wants to buy out Bourras' store.
(d) Mouret has an affair with Bourras' wife.

3. Why is Mouret uncomfortable at Madame Desforges' home?
(a) It is too hot.
(b) He has a headache.
(c) He does not like being the center of attention.
(d) He sees Denise there.

4. What do the salespeople do at the end of the day?
(a) Sweep the dressing rooms.
(b) Wipe the counters.
(c) Go out for drinks.
(d) Figure their percentages.

5. What event does Madame Desforges host at the beginning of Chapter 11?
(a) New Year's Eve cocktails.
(b) Christmas dinner.
(c) Easter brunch.
(d) A Saturday tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Denise do after her dismissal from Au Bonheur des Dames?

2. Which of the following is NOT a salesgirl in the ladies department?

3. Where is Denise when she sees Mouret again?

4. Why does Madame Aurelie not let Denise sell to a customer?

5. Why does Bouthemont say that distinguished ladies will not admit to wearing clothes from Mouret's store?

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