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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the miners hate the supervisors?
(a) they're mean and fine them too much
(b) they don't work much
(c) they hit the miners with whips
(d) they have more money than the miners

2. What is the old aristocratic tradition as far as handling money?
(a) don't worry about money
(b) spend a lot of money for status
(c) let someone else handle your money
(d) use capital wisely and moderately

3. With whom does Bonnemort live?
(a) his son
(b) his daughter
(c) no one
(d) his wife

4. How old is Etienne Lantier?
(a) about 40
(b) about 30
(c) about 21
(d) about 18

5. What is the atmosphere like in the Maheu household?
(a) hopeful
(b) exciting
(c) sad and tired
(d) joyful

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of job did Etienne have previously?

2. Why does Etienne Lantier go for a walk?

3. What is the house number where Bonnemort lives?

4. How are the miners presented to the visitors?

5. Who is the Voreux's manager?

(see the answer key)

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