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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who declares at dinner the first day in Totes that the Prussians behaved liked "ancient barbarians"?
(a) Boule de Suif.
(b) Loiseau.
(c) Madame Carre-Lamadon.
(d) Comte de Breville.

2. Who appears suddenly at the end of the street on their walk during the second day in Totes?
(a) The innkeeper.
(b) Cornudet.
(c) The Prussian officer.
(d) The Old Nun.

3. As the passenger drew together to make their course of action to persuade Boule de Suif on the third day in Totes, the ladies were adept at _______phrases and _______subtleties of expression to describe the most ________things.
(a) Crude; outrageous; improper.
(b) Crude; outrageous; proper.
(c) Delicate; charming; improper.
(d) Delicate; charming; proper.

4. In the beginning of "Boule de Suif," what are the "Avengers of Defeat," "Citizens of the Tomb," and "Brethren in Death."
(a) Legions of irregulars.
(b) Enlisted men.
(c) Reformist campaigners.
(d) British dragoon.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Madame Follenvie address herself to while the passengers dine during their first supper in Totes?

2. At the beginning of the story, the vanquished in the city of Rouen realize they had to be civil to whom?

3. What do the coach passengers do to pass the two hours before dinner the first day in Totes?

4. What is the coach floor covered with as the passengers take their seats?

5. Who breaks their jug on the table in indignation at the Prussian officer's request regarding Boule de Suif?

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