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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Michel feel about the work he asked the barber to do?
(a) He wishes he'd never suggested the leeches.
(b) He thinks the goatee will impress the young goatherds he met on his honeymoon.
(c) He is ahead of the trend by shaving off his mustache only.
(d) He feels like people can read his thoughts more easily since he's not hiding behind a beard.

3. At what time of day do Michel and his wife leave their hotel?
(a) After lunch.
(b) At dawn.
(c) At 11 a.m.
(d) At noon.

4. With his new attitude at the end of Part 1, Chapters 5-7, how does Michel view each day?
(a) With dread and concern.
(b) With anticipation of a new joy.
(c) With fear of his secret being discovered.
(d) With anticipation that leads to ulcers.

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

6. By accepting the job he was offered in Part 1, Chapter 9, Michel is showing his desire once again toward...
(a) To make changes in his physical appearance.
(b) To hang out with young boys.
(c) To start a new life.
(d) Intellectual pursuits.

7. What does one of the Arab boys steal from Michel's hotel room?
(a) A loaf of bread.
(b) Coins and candy.
(c) A pair of scissors.
(d) A pair of reading glasses.

8. What two major changes does Michel make to help him toward a full recovery?
(a) He eats less fat and insists on fresh air.
(b) He exercises daily and eats less.
(c) He eats vegetables only and keeps his window closed.
(d) He eats heartier and insists on fresh air.

9. Why is Michel walking to the city in Part 1, Chapter 8?
(a) To pick up a delivery.
(b) To meet young boys.
(c) To meet his wife's carriage.
(d) For fun.

10. Why does Michel pick the location and house he does for their residence during his new job in Part 1, Chapter 9?
(a) For it's serenity.
(b) For it's nature walks.
(c) Because it's big enough for grand parties.
(d) For it's lively night life.

11. In Part 1, Chapter 8, who completes driving the carriage into town?
(a) Michel.
(b) The carriage driver.
(c) Michel's wife.
(d) A young boy.

12. How does Michel feel on his last night in Biskra?
(a) Like he wants to write a book.
(b) So alive that everything else seems dead.
(c) Like he's going to have a relapse.
(d) Like he's ready to get back to his studies.

13. Where is the first stop for Michel and his wife when they leave Biskra?
(a) Syracuse.
(b) Paris.
(c) Rome.
(d) Malta.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Michel realize he's never had a break from his studies?

2. What does Michel study during his scholarly life?

3. In Part 1, Chapter 3, Michel returns to the hotel from a walk to find his wife...

4. In Part 1, Chapter 2, who sends Michel a letter and pamphlets regarding his illness?

5. What does Michel wonder about himself as he watches his wife sleep after they have made love for the first time?

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