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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 16 - 50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a "little house?"
(a) A temporary dwelling for those on the run from the law.
(b) A luxurious love-nest in the country.
(c) The servants' quarters, attached to a large estate.
(d) A peasant hovel.

2. How does Valmont spy on Madame de Tourvel?
(a) He hides behind a tapestry in her room.
(b) He peeps through the keyhole of her room.
(c) He climbs a balcony to look through her window.
(d) He uses a listening device in the room next to hers.

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

4. What does Madame de Volanges say about Valmont to Madame de Tourvel in letter 9?
(a) Valmont is dangerous and deceitful.
(b) Valmont has an addiction to gambling.
(c) Valmont is trustworthy and honest.
(d) Valmont has an excellent reputation around town.

5. In letter 26, what does Madame de Tourvel blame on her impassioned outburst?
(a) The true feelings of love pouring into her heart.
(b) The unbelieving portions of her mind and heart.
(c) Her sense of security made her unwary.
(d) Her sudden confusion at the turn of events.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why must Cécile's marriage be postponed?

2. What does the author of the Editor's Preface claim he has done?

3. What does Madame de Tourvel tell Madame de Volanges she will do to get rid of Valmont?

4. As of letter 44, what has Madame de Tourvel done with Valmont's letters?

5. What message does the Publisher's Foreword give?

(see the answer key)

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