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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 101 - 124.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Cécile generally feel about the prospect of soon being married?
(a) Anxious and frightened.
(b) Haughty and snobbish.
(c) Excited, but confused.
(d) Depressed and dour.

2. Against whom does Valmont warn Merteuil in letter 70?
(a) Prévan.
(b) Bertram.
(c) Azolan.
(d) Danceny.

3. Why does Valmont think it possible to seduce this woman?
(a) She expressed interest in him.
(b) He seduced her in the past.
(c) He already knows she has a weak character.
(d) Her husband is away.

4. What does Valmont teach Cécile when they are alone together?
(a) How to become the next Merteuil.
(b) How to be modest and seem virginal for Gercourt.
(c) How to take precautions against pregnancy.
(d) Dirty language and sexual positions.

5. What does Valmont say is notable about the man pursuing Merteuil?
(a) Through skilled conversation, he can get anyone to admit to anything.
(b) He ranks high in the King's court.
(c) He is well endowed.
(d) He is ugly, but nevertheless a great seducer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What about Valmont worries Madame de Tourvel?

2. In letter 5, how does Merteuil react to Valmont's object of desire?

3. What is the main rule of Valmont's and Merteuil's seductions?

4. Whom does Valmont plan to seduce?

5. Why, says Madame de Tourvel in letter 78, was she wary toward Valmont when they first met?

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