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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What award does Monseiur Crevel wear on his National Guard uniform?
(a) A purple heart.
(b) A silver star.
(c) A ribbon of the Legion of Honor.
(d) A gold cross.

2. What is the nationality of Lisbeth's romantic interest?
(a) German.
(b) Swiss.
(c) Russian.
(d) Pole.

3. What reason does Lisbeth give Hortense and the Baroness for Wenceslas' decision to go to Russia?
(a) He has received a letter from his wife summoning him.
(b) He has been offered a commission by the Czar.
(c) He has fled from his debts in France.
(d) He has political motivations for going there.

4. The author dedicates the novel to a scholar who studies which writer?
(a) Cervantes.
(b) Dante.
(c) Boccaccio.
(d) Shakespeare.

5. According to the narrator, what is the fundamental feature of Lisbeth's character?
(a) Jealousy.
(b) Greed.
(c) Forgiveness.
(d) Kindness.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what animal does Monsieur Crevel compare Mademoiselle Hortense in his conversation with the Baroness?

2. What is Monsieur Crevel doing while waiting for the Baroness to enter the sitting room?

3. Who informs Lisbeth that Wenceslas is to marry Hortense?

4. Who is the author of Cousin Bette?

5. Why does the Baron decide to give Lisbeth a trade?

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