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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the Prussian officer staying in the inn in Totes?
(a) In the front room.
(b) In a modest room.
(c) In the back room.
(d) In the best room.

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

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

4. In the beginning of the story, what do the conquerors exact from the inhabitants of Rouen?
(a) Transportation.
(b) Accolades.
(c) Clothes.
(d) Money.

5. 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 request from him another free night at the inn.
(c) To berate him about the lack of provisions.
(d) To question him on how to change the officer's mind.

Short Answer Questions

1. What provisions does Boule de Suif bring for lunch during their trip from Totes?

2. Why does the group of passengers urge Boule de Suif to speak to the Prussian officer when they first arrive in Totes?

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

4. Why do the male passengers want to meet with the Prussian officer after luncheon the first day in Totes?

5. According to the narrator, who feels affection for the "pomp and circumstance of despotic government"?

(see the answer key)

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