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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which word best describes Clamence?
(a) Egotist
(b) Atheist
(c) Virtuous
(d) Jock

2. What does Clamence observe on the surface of the water?
(a) A dark speck
(b) His trousers
(c) A whale
(d) A human foot

3. Why must the doves remain in the sky?
(a) They need to observe
(b) They need to protect
(c) There is nowhere to land
(d) They don't want to die

4. What does Clamence assure the auditor the boat is doing?
(a) Traveling at mid speed
(b) Turning back
(c) Going to Paris
(d) Traveling at top speed

5. What two passions do Parisians have?
(a) Religion and education
(b) Ideas and fornication
(c) Wine and cheese
(d) Coffee and crepes

Short Answer Questions

1. What brings an end to Clamence's brief happiness?

2. What does Clamence ask the auditor to bestow upon himself?

3. What does Clamence say he lacks in his relationships with women?

4. What city does Clamence compare Amsterdam with?

5. What does the narrator call the barman?

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