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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Spleen of Paris by Charles Baudelaire.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What "gift" does Micromegas give to the humans he encounters?
(a) A painting.
(b) A book.
(c) A special mirror.
(d) A locket.

2. In "The Legend of St. Julian Hospitaler", who is the leper in reality?
(a) His father.
(b) Jesus Christ.
(c) HIs brother.
(d) Satan.

3. What must Micromegas use to see life on Earth?
(a) A magnifying glass.
(b) A microscope.
(c) Special eyeglasses.
(d) A drop of water.

4. How many times a year does Desplein attend church?
(a) 24.
(b) 4.
(c) 12.
(d) 8.

5. According to the book, where were Baudelaire's most remarkable poems published?
(a) "Les Fluers du Mal".
(b) "De Noire Pomme de Terre".
(c) "Blanche Carte".
(d) "La Revue des Deux Mondes".

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has the Saturnian, who accompanies Micromegas on his journey, been married?

2. What has happened to Julian's parents since he left them and married?

3. According to the talking animal's prophecy, who will Julian kill?

4. Who pays for the masses that Desplein attends?

5. Why are people sprawled everywhere in "The Old Clown"?

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