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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although they do not talk, what does the author say is happening between Robert and Edna?
(a) They are feeling the throbbings of desire.
(b) They are learning to be silent around each other.
(c) They have a lot to say but cannot find the right words.
(d) They are allowing anger to fester within themselves.

2. What does Mr. Pontellier send home to his wife while he is away?
(a) A basket filled with wine bottles
(b) A basket filled with instructions on how she should behave
(c) A basket filled with exquisite candies and fancy foods
(d) A basket filled with eggs

3. What does Robert talk a great deal about?
(a) His brother
(b) His mother
(c) Himself
(d) Mexico

4. How does Robert respond to Adele's request?
(a) He is taken aback at how serious and persistent she is.
(b) He playfully ignores her request and accuses her of being jealous.
(c) He takes it into serious consideration.
(d) He writes a list of reasons why he should do as he pleases.

5. Edna thinks her husband's bad humor is because of:
(a) His bad finances
(b) The hot weather
(c) Her
(d) His work

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mr. Pontellier stop reading his newspaper?

2. Describe Madame Antoine:

3. What effect does music generally have on Edna?

4. Where will Montel be next month?

5. Edna gradually awakens, as if from a dream to feel:

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