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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who breaks their jug on the table in indignation at the Prussian officer's request regarding Boule de Suif?
(a) Cornudet.
(b) Monsieur Carre-Lamadon.
(c) Comte de Breville.
(d) Monsieur Follenvie.

2. During their gloomy luncheon the second day in Totes, what are the passengers' attitude toward Boule de Suif?
(a) Concerned.
(b) Warm.
(c) Romantic.
(d) Cool.

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

4. Why do the men invite Monsieur Follenvie to join their card game after dinner the first day in Totes?
(a) To cheat him out of his money in cards.
(b) To berate him about the lack of provisions.
(c) To question him on how to change the officer's mind.
(d) To request from him another free night at the inn.

5. In "Boule de Suif," who alone is authorized to interview the Prussian officer on civil matters?
(a) The cook.
(b) Monsieur Follenvie.
(c) The servant.
(d) Madame Follenvie.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. 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?

3. In the beginning of "Boule de Suif," what kind of soldiers are NOT wandering through the town?

4. What year does the story "Boule de Suif" take place?

5. In the coach, who does Cornudet revile that makes Boule de Suif become indignant?

(see the answer key)

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