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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jean has an apprenticeship with _________________.
(a) an accountant.
(b) an electrician.
(c) a sculptor.
(d) an ivory craftsman.

2. What are symbols of Au Bonheur des Dame's new ways of doing retail business in Paris?
(a) The vans.
(b) The silk displays.
(c) The newspaper ads.
(d) The charge cards.

3. What happens to the business where Denise moonlights?
(a) It hires Denise.
(b) It goes bankrupt.
(c) It burns down.
(d) It expands quickly.

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

5. Which of the following is NOT a salesgirl in the ladies department?
(a) Marguerite.
(b) Jeanne.
(c) Denise.
(d) Clara.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Mouret hope to meet at the tea?

2. On what product does Mouret stake the store's future?

3. What type of business does Vincard have?

4. Who is Mouret's right-hand man?

5. How long has Denise been working at the store at the beginning of Chapter 5?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Denise conflicted about falling in love with Mouret?

2. Why does Denise's rejection of Mouret's advances leave him confused?

3. Why is the summer season especially difficult for the store employees?

4. What does Madame Desforges host for Mouret's benefit?

5. Who is Mouret intent on meeting at Madame Desforges' tea and why is this meeting important to him?

6. Why does Denise end up leaving the store when she could have anything she wanted?

7. What is the main theme in Chapter 10?

8. What are Mouret's expansion plans?

9. What is Denise's demeanor during this difficult time at the store?

10. How does Denise first come in contact with Au Bonheur des Dames?

(see the answer keys)

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