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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Is Michel interested in what the caretaker tries to explain?
(a) No, and he tells the man to never mind.
(b) No, but he pretends to be so he won't hurt the man's feelings.
(c) Yes, he appreciates the man's time.
(d) Yes, but he doesn't comprehend it easily.

2. Who introduces Michel to more boys at the new walking place?
(a) His wife.
(b) A handsome 12-year-old goatherd.
(c) Menalgue.
(d) A deformed little boy.

3. What does Michel study during his scholarly life?
(a) German and French.
(b) Greek and Latin.
(c) Literature.
(d) Mathematics and science.

4. As Michel's health improves he still experiences...
(a) No desire for his new wife.
(b) Restless sleep and sweats.
(c) High fevers and chills.
(d) Grief over the loss of his parents.

5. What activities do Michel and his new male friend enjoy together in Part 2, Chapter 1?
(a) Gardening, supervising work crews, riding horses.
(b) Inspecting crops, creating fruit hybrids, and riding horses.
(c) Inspecting fields, riding horses, discussing property changes.
(d) Riding horses, inspecting orchards and crops.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What thoughts does Michel have while watching his wife sleep after making love to her the first time?

3. Who is the protagonist of The Immoralist?

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

5. Why does Michel prefer to take his walks alone?

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