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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Zacharie?
(a) Chaval's brother
(b) the oldest Maheu child
(c) Etienne's cousin
(d) a young street vendor

2. Why does Chaval almost instantly dislike Etienne?
(a) he reminds him of his father
(b) he feels superior to him
(c) he feels like Etienne is too smart
(d) he's jealous of him

3. What is Leon Grégoire's biggest concern in life?
(a) staying healthy
(b) maintaining his lifestyle
(c) his son marrying well
(d) keeping his wife happy

4. How many grandchildren does Bonnemort have?
(a) seven
(b) nine
(c) four
(d) ten

5. What happens to Etienne's relationship with Catherine when he moves into her home?
(a) it gets stronger
(b) nothing
(c) it falls apart
(d) it becomes physical

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Etienne hear talking as he walks?

2. How many members of the Maheu family work in the mines?

3. Why does Etienne Lantier go for a walk?

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

5. What happens with the provident fund?

(see the answer key)

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