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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Rasseneur feel about the strike?
(a) it's useless and absurd
(b) it's working
(c) it should go on
(d) excited that it happened

3. What causes an explosion at the Jean-Bart mine?
(a) coal dust igniting
(b) dynamite lit by miners
(c) a fired lamp
(d) timbers that catch on fire

4. What does Pluchart say are the union's goals?
(a) to destroy the mines
(b) to make everyone rich
(c) the emancipation of the workers
(d) to help all people, rich and poor

5. What are the miners requesting at Hennebeau's house?
(a) a share in the mine
(b) health care
(c) bread
(d) better wages

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the visitors feel about the Maheu children?

2. Why do the supervisors fine the Maheu team?

3. With whom does Bonnemort live?

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

5. Who is Zacharie?

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