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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of "Boule de Suif," the soldiers wore long, dirty________ and tattered _________.
(a) Uniforms; flags.
(b) Robes; flags.
(c) Robes; beards.
(d) Beards; uniforms.

2. What do the ladies on the coach bring to warm their feet in "Boule de Suif"?
(a) Fur-lined boots.
(b) Small lanterns.
(c) Silk leggings.
(d) Copper foot-warmers.

3. In "Boule de Suif," who is a king in the cotton trade with a much younger wife?
(a) Cornudet.
(b) Comte Hubert de Breville.
(c) Monsieur de Suif.
(d) Monsieur Carre-Lamadon.

4. What do boat-men and fishermen often haul to the surface in "Boule de Suif"?
(a) Buried treasures.
(b) Disgarded weapons.
(c) The body of a German.
(d) Fish.

5. Why is Boule de Suif much sought after in the story?
(a) Because of her fresh, pleasing appearance.
(b) Because of her kind, warm heart.
(c) Because of her connections to high society.
(d) Because of her knowledge of many subjects.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Boule de Suif," how do the men speak of money matters in the coach?

2. In the beginning of "Boule de Suif," what are the "Avengers of Defeat," "Citizens of the Tomb," and "Brethren in Death."

3. What speed is the coach moving along its journey to Totes in "Boule de Suif"?

4. After night falls, what does Madame de Breville offer Boule de Suif when the cold makes her shiver in the coach?

5. The Prussian officer who often dined at the same table with the family, expressed sympathy with __________.

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