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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 125 - 150.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Merteuil worry about Madame de Volanges?
(a) That no one will believe Merteuil's version of events.
(b) That the business with Prévan will damage her reputation.
(c) That maybe she really loves Prévan.
(d) That everyone will discover it was a sham.

2. What has Merteuil tricked Cécile into doing?
(a) Telling Madame de Volanges about her love for Danceny.
(b) Sleeping with Valmont.
(c) Meeting with Danceny alone.
(d) Refusing to marry the Comte de Gercourt.

3. Who or what does Coward see as at fault for the events of the novel?
(a) The pressures of the social caste system.
(b) The fate handed down by God.
(c) The natural, undeniable human sexual curiosity.
(d) The actions of individuals.

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

5. What advice does Cécile's friend offer regarding Danceny's letter?
(a) Cécile should show the letter to her mother.
(b) Cécile should reply immediately and assure Danceny of her love.
(c) Cécile should reply and chastise Danceny for taking such a liberty.
(d) Cécile should not respond.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Madame de Tourvel feel about Valmont?

2. Whom does Merteuil want to manipulate into a relationship with Cécile?

3. How does Coward recommend the novel should be criticized?

4. What did the person whom Valmont sent to Madame de Tourvel do?

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

(see the answer key)

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