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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 31-37.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What about Philomene is dangerous for her in Chapter 11?
(a) Her desire for freedom.
(b) Her outspoken nature.
(c) Her ability to read.
(d) Her emerging womanhood.

2. Of what does Narcisse say Emily will not be forgiven?
(a) For insulting his future wife.
(b) For refusing to sit in the presence of his white children.
(c) For refusing to marry who Narcisse wants her to marry.
(d) For forgetting her place.

3. What does Oreline beg Valery to do?
(a) Pretend to be disabled.
(b) Go North and fight for the Union.
(c) Join the military.
(d) Stay home.

4. What does Philomene feel as she makes a realization about Clement in Chapter 16?
(a) Despondent.
(b) Uncertain.
(c) Happy.
(d) Lucky.

5. What does Narcisse say Oreline has to do because of financial difficulties?
(a) Marry again quickly.
(b) Sell some slaves.
(c) Sell the farm.
(d) Plant more acres.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of what does Narcisse's wife die?

2. Who does Jacques Tessier buy?

3. Why does Suzette return to Oreline's homestead?

4. What does Philomene see Clement doing at the opening of Chapter 16?

5. Why is Narcisse slightly in awe of Philomene?

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