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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Lisbeth know the Marneffes?
(a) They attend the same church.
(b) Lisbeth worked for Monsieur Marneffe.
(c) They live in the same building.
(d) They work in the same building.

2. For how long does Monsieur Crevel estimate that the Baroness will remain beautiful?
(a) Fifteen years.
(b) Ten years.
(c) Five years.
(d) A lifetime.

3. Who is the author of Cousin Bette?
(a) Honoré de Balzac.
(b) Jean-Luc Goddard.
(c) Gustave Flaubert.
(d) Emile Zola.

4. With whom is Lisbeth on good terms in all of the houses she frequents?
(a) The pets.
(b) The young men.
(c) The children.
(d) The servants.

5. In his dedication, to what job does the author compare his work as a novelist?
(a) Doctor of social medicine.
(b) Supreme Court Justice.
(c) Theatre actor.
(d) Professor of philosophy.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many suitors has Lisbeth rejected?

3. Why is cousin Bette not accepted in society?

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

5. What is the nationality of Lisbeth's romantic interest?

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