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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Flaubert Bestiary.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although he had once thought of writing a book, what is Geoffrey's actual occupation?
(a) Journalist.
(b) Lawyer.
(c) Doctor.
(d) Architect.

2. What does Geoffrey think might be a reason why Flaubert refers to himself as a white bear?
(a) Because other bears appear to often in literature.
(b) Because he once had a stuffed white bear as a child.
(c) Because other bears have been used by humans, but not the white bear.
(d) Because white bears are a symbol of goodness.

3. Geoffrey thinks that if Flaubert had not been a bear he might have been what other animal?
(a) A camel.
(b) A whale.
(c) A tiger.
(d) An elephant.

4. From what diseases did Flaubert suffer?
(a) Syphilis and diabetes.
(b) Diabetes and epilepsy.
(c) Epilepsy and syphilis.
(d) Diabetes and heart disease.

5. Flaubert refers to himself as a bear and his sister as what animal?
(a) The rat.
(b) The alligator.
(c) The rabbit.
(d) The lion.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what reason was Flaubert confined to the family home as a young man?

2. Who was Loulou?

3. Which condition best describes Flaubert at his death?

4. Who was the owner of the dog that Flaubert took for walks and kissed?

5. With whom did Flaubert have his most celebrated affair?

(see the answer key)

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