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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 149 - 286.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where does Valerie arrange to meet Montejanos clandestinely after her guests have retired?
(a) Montejanos' hotel.
(b) Montejanos' carriage.
(c) Valerie's chambers.
(d) Bette's flat.

3. How many suitors has Lisbeth rejected?
(a) One.
(b) Five.
(c) Zero.
(d) Three.

4. Which country does Monsieur Crevel dream of visiting?
(a) Norway.
(b) Sweden.
(c) Switzerland.
(d) Spain.

5. What is Monsieur Crevel doing while waiting for the Baroness to enter the sitting room?
(a) Looking at himself in a mirror.
(b) Reading a newspaper.
(c) Talking to himself.
(d) Combing his hair.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hortense tell Wenceslas she would have done in retribution if she had discovered that he was having an affair after their first quarrel?

2. To whom does Adeline give the little money she has received from the Baron, thereby depriving herself even of food?

3. Whom does Lisbeth dream of marrying?

4. Where does Valerie mention having seen Wenceslas in person before their first formal meeting in her house?

5. What piece of art created by Wenceslas is generating extreme criticism from his fellow artists, including Stidman?

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