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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of "Boule de Suif" who are "scoundrels often brave beyond measure"?
(a) Debauchees and aristocracy.
(b) Pillagers and debauchees.
(c) Merchants and nobility.
(d) Pillagers and nobility.

2. How does Boule de Suif respond to the matrons loud whispers of "hussy" and "public scandal" about her?
(a) She smiles at them.
(b) She casts a challenging look at them.
(c) She casts a hurt look at them.
(d) She bows her head.

3. According to the servant, why does Monsieur Follenvie never rise before ten o'clock?
(a) Because of his depression.
(b) Because of his insomnia.
(c) Because of his migraines.
(d) Because of his asthma.

4. What settles on the city of Rouen in the beginning of "Boule de Suif"?
(a) A flurry of activity and sudden expectation.
(b) A howling wind and united front.
(c) A profound calm and silent dread.
(d) A dense fog and quiet anticipation.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Boule de Suif refuse Cornudet their first night in Totes?

2. What does Cornudet have that he offers to his neighbors in the coach on the way to Totes?

3. Why is Boule de Suif much sought after in the story?

4. How many passengers are traveling on a coach in "Boule de Suif"?

5. At luncheon the first day in Totes, who appears ill and worried as they dine?

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