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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 5 - 148.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what animal does Monsieur Crevel compare Mademoiselle Hortense in his conversation with the Baroness?
(a) A nightingale.
(b) A fox.
(c) A pig.
(d) A thoroughbred horse.

2. What nickname does the Baron give to Lisbeth?
(a) Bright-eyes.
(b) Old-girl.
(c) Pretty-Lizzie.
(d) Nanny-goat.

3. What does the narrator consider to be "the most reliable thermometer of wealth in Parisian households"?
(a) The mode of transportation.
(b) The neighborhood.
(c) The closet.
(d) The table.

4. With what major event do the beginnings of Monsieur Hulot's infidelities coincide?
(a) The French Revolution.
(b) The Glorious Revolution.
(c) The end of the monarchy.
(d) The end of the empire.

5. What is the difference in age between Monsieur Crevel and Monsieur Hulot?
(a) Crevel is ten years younger.
(b) Crevel is seven years younger.
(c) Hulot is ten years younger.
(d) Hulot is seven years younger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the significance of the name Mirah?

2. According to the narrator, what is the fundamental feature of Lisbeth's character?

3. Who is Madame Marneffe's father?

4. How does Wenceslas discover the identity of the person who arranges for his release from prison?

5. What word means animal of the rocks or chamois?

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