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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author uses a sentence twice: "The autumn was advancing." This technique creates a sense of urgency. The technique is called...

2. Why isn't Michel attracted to Charles' brother?

3. What kind of housing do Michel and his wife choose when they move in Part 2, Chapter 2?

4. Who denies the request to have the person stay on at the estate instead of leaving in the autumn?

5. What does the last traveler to Biskra learn about Michel there?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What role does social class play in The Immoralist? To which social class does Michel belong? To which social class does Menalque belong?

Essay Topic 2

Identify and discuss three points of foreshadowing from the novel. Does the author use foreshadowing effectively? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

What religious actions are insinuated when Michel jumps into a cold pond in Part 1? How are these actions important to the story?

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