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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. What sound does Michel hear as he approaches the town on foot in Part 1, Chapter 8?
(a) A train approaching.
(b) A ship's whistle.
(c) A carriage bearing down on the road.
(d) His wife's cries for help.

2. In Part 1, Chapter 3, Michel returns to the hotel from a walk to find his wife...
(a) Nursing an ill Arab boy.
(b) With another man.
(c) Reading his journal.
(d) Is missing.

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

4. 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 ghastly appearance.
(d) Michel's wife.

5. Why do Michel and his wife decide to leave the hotel?
(a) They are fighting and want to get back home.
(b) The expense is getting ridiculous.
(c) They want a change of scenery.
(d) Harsh winter weather is approaching.

Short Answer Questions

1. What best summarizes the passage Michel read when he couldn't sleep on his last night in Biskra?

2. What does Michel's wife think about her husband's new persona?

3. As Michel works aggressively toward a full recovery, what does Michel put aside to concentrate more on his physical recovery?

4. In Part 1, Chapter 8, who completes driving the carriage into town?

5. What is Michel really doing as his wife walks ahead at their new walking place?

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