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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 81 - 100.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Merteuil think is Valmont's greatest flaw in his plan of seduction?
(a) His reliance on writing letters.
(b) His coming on too strong.
(c) His specific tone of voice with Madame de Tourvel.
(d) His endeavor to appear to have reformed his libertine ways.

2. What is the main rule of Valmont's and Merteuil's seductions?
(a) They cannot interfere in one another's schemes.
(b) Married people are off-limits.
(c) Seductions of impressionable teens are the only worthwhile seductions.
(d) Nothing to incriminate themselves should exist in writing.

3. How does Madame de Tourvel react when Valmont professes his love?
(a) She stands bemused and silent.
(b) She faints on the floor.
(c) She scolds him.
(d) She bursts into tears.

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

5. How does Valmont make sure that Madame de Tourvel will read his first letter?
(a) He corners her and reads it aloud.
(b) He gives it to her maid to deliver to her.
(c) He hides it in her writing desk so she will see it.
(d) He leaves it in plain sight so she is forced to take it.

Short Answer Questions

1. In letter 26, what does Madame de Tourvel blame on her impassioned outburst?

2. How does Valmont avoid detection of his and the Vicomtesse's dalliance?

3. How does Cécile respond to Valmont's suggestion about their secret correspondence?

4. What does Madame de Volanges say about Valmont to Madame de Tourvel in letter 9?

5. What was Laclos' relationship with his own wife and children?

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