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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Geoffrey, how did Flaubert sometimes travel in London?
(a) Via the London Underground.
(b) By bus.
(c) In rented carriages.
(d) On horseback

2. According to Louise, what would Flaubert have made her into if he had his way?
(a) An atheist.
(b) A playwright.
(c) A hermit.
(d) His mistress.

3. Who is defined as Flaubert's jailer?
(a) Flaubert's doctor.
(b) Maxime du Camp.
(c) Louise Colet.
(d) Flaubert's mother.

4. Where did Flaubert always meet Louise Colet?
(a) At Rouen.
(b) In Paris.
(c) In London.
(d) At Mantes.

5. Why does Louise say Flaubert feared her?
(a) Because she could ruin his reputation.
(b) Because she understood him.
(c) Because she had hidden his love notes.
(d) Because she might blackmail him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What animal does Flaubert dream about in the dream Geoffrey includes in the psychoanalysis section of the examination?

2. Which of the following are not used to describe Flaubert in Braithwaite's Dictionary?

3. What did Geoffrey say about his relationship with Ellen?

4. How does Geoffrey defend Flaubert against the charge of being a sadist?

5. To what philosopher does Geoffrey compare Flaubert?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was odd about the stage direction given in the Theatrical History section?

2. Why does Geoffrey think that people want to know the worst?

3. Why was Flaubert secretive about his meetings with Louise Colet?

4. What were two projects Flaubert started but never finished?

5. What are three entries in Braithwaite's dictionary do you think were included only for the sake of filling that letter's spot?

6. How is Flaubert's dream described in the examination section on Psychoanalysis?

7. Why does Louise Colet say she didn't need Flaubert in her life?

8. Why does Geoffrey maintain that he killed his wife?

9. Name one subject area included in the examination paper that you would consider unrelated to Flaubert's life and works. Explain your answer.

10. Who are three authors who are given entries in Braithwaite's dictionary?

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