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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which institution offers the job to Michel in Part 1, Chapter 9?
(a) The College of Normandy.
(b) Die Universitat in Deutchland.
(c) The College de France.
(d) Syracuse University.

2. Upon accepting the job offered in Part 1, Chapter 9, in which town does Michel decide he and his wife will live?
(a) Normandy.
(b) Paris.
(c) Biskra.
(d) Sorrento.

3. How does Michel's wife feel about seeing him take action in Part 1, Chapter 8?
(a) She is embarrassed.
(b) She is impressed.
(c) She is indifferent.
(d) She is mad.

4. At the end of Part 1, Chapter 3, who is Michel's favorite boy?
(a) Ali.
(b) Moktir.
(c) Harish.
(d) Menalgue.

5. At the end of Part 1, Chapters 5-7, what does the reader learn that Michel's change in attitude and appearance demonstrate?
(a) That Michel is leaving his old life behind and assuming a new identity.
(b) That Michel desires to be a trendsetter.
(c) That Michel only wants his wife to be proud of him.
(d) That Michel loves tradition and convention.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1, Chapter 9, the couple spends several happy days in which town first?

2. Why does Michel grow to respect and love his wife during his illness?

3. What does Michel rub his body with after jumping into a cold pond?

4. What startles the boy who comes to play in Michel's hotel room?

5. What is the name of the country estate Michel and his wife decide to visit in Part 1, Chapter 9?

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