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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who faints from hunger after the odor of food permeates the coach in the story?
(a) Comtesse de Breville
(b) The old nun.
(c) Madame Carre-Lamadon.
(d) Boule de Suif.

2. In the beginning of "Boule de Suif," the anguish of _______made men even desire the arrival of the________ .
(a) Suspense; allies.
(b) Knowledge; allies.
(c) Knowledge; enemy.
(d) Suspense; enemy.

3. What is the name of the hotel the coach stops in front of when they arrive in Totes?
(a) Hotel du Napoleon.
(b) Hotel du Lyon.
(c) Hotel du Totes.
(d) Hotel du Commerce.

4. In "Boule de Suif," where do the travelers meet to take their seats in the coach in the morning?
(a) The main entrance of Normandie park.
(b) The garage on Rue Normandie.
(c) The courtyard of Hotel de Normandie.
(d) The lobby of Normandie bank.

5. After night falls, what does Madame de Breville offer Boule de Suif when the cold makes her shiver in the coach?
(a) Her boots.
(b) Her blanket.
(c) Her foot-warmer.
(d) Her fur collar.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Boule de Suif respond to the matrons loud whispers of "hussy" and "public scandal" about her?

2. According to the coach driver, who gave him command the morning of the first day in Totes?

3. What is the word that no one is shocked to hear about the Prussian officer's request?

4. Who refuses to meet with the Prussian officer after luncheon the first day in Totes, stating that he would never have anything to do with the Germans?

5. What passengers are the last to alight from the coach when they arrive in Totes?

(see the answer key)

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