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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What startles the boy who comes to play in Michel's hotel room?
(a) Michel's father.
(b) Michel's collection of skulls.
(c) Michel's wife.
(d) Michel's ghastly appearance.

2. The author uses a sentence twice: "The autumn was advancing." This technique creates a sense of urgency. The technique is called...
(a) Personification.
(b) Redundancy.
(c) Repetition.
(d) Simile.

3. Which is an example of personification?
(a) "The men enjoyed riding horses."
(b) "Michel spent every minute by her side."
(c) "The slightest emotion could be read..."
(d) "Just as a breath of wind...."

4. How is the main character's story introduced in the book?
(a) With a letter.
(b) By himself.
(c) By his wife.
(d) By a young boy.

5. Who is Charles' father?
(a) Motkir.
(b) Bocage.
(c) Menalgue.
(d) Michel.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long do Michel and his wife stay at the hotel while he recuperates?

2. At what time of day do Michel and his wife leave their hotel?

3. Which two friends are both irreverent and disdainful of Parisian society?

4. What does Michel's wife do while he is sick?

5. Who gathers to see Michel on his daily walks?

(see the answer key)

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