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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV: Chapter 1-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the supervisors fine the Maheu team?
(a) for faulty timbering
(b) for stopping work before lunch
(c) for not meeting the daily quota
(d) for talking too much

2. What is the house number where Bonnemort lives?
(a) number 16
(b) number 18
(c) number 24
(d) number 33

3. Why did the Grégoires refuse to help the miners?
(a) they believe God doesn't want them to
(b) they hate poor people
(c) they believe the miners spend their money unwisely
(d) they are almost broke themselves

4. What is the name of Bonnemort's family?
(a) the Dauques family
(b) the Marsades family
(c) the Maheu family
(d) the Forty family

5. Why does Chaval believe he owns Catherine?
(a) because he took her virginity
(b) because he is older than she
(c) because they are engaged
(d) because he gives her money

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Léon Grégoire get his money?

2. What does Lantier think he must do to save Catherine?

3. What is the mining settlement called where the novel takes place?

4. What does Hennebeau tell the miners?

5. Why do the Maheus see Catherine moving out as a traitor act to the family?

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