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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mr. Pontellier promise to bring back for his sons?
(a) Candies and walnuts
(b) Bonbons and peanuts
(c) Ice cream
(d) Bourbon balls

2. Who is the embodiment of every womanly grace and charm?
(a) The Woman in Black
(b) Madame Lebrun
(c) Celestine
(d) Adele Ratignolle

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

4. Once Mr. Pontellier is asleep, Mrs. Pontellier leaves the room and:
(a) Cries almost uncontrollably
(b) Devises a scheme to move out
(c) Writes letters to her father
(d) Reads a book

5. Raoul's condition prompts Mr. Pontellier to accuse his wife of:
(a) Neglecting their children
(b) Hating him
(c) Giving Raoul the wrong medicine
(d) Being a great mother

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Victor say has changed Edna?

2. On what street do the Pontelliers live?

3. When Edna cannot find Mademoiselle Reisz, who does she go to for help?

4. What does opening up to Madame Ratignolle do for Edna?

5. What does Edna see when Mademoiselle Reisz plays?

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