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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In letter 5, how does Merteuil react to Valmont's object of desire?
(a) She encourages his plan of seduction.
(b) She is incredulous and mocking.
(c) She places absolute faith in Valmont.
(d) She expresses doubts as to his capability.

2. Where does Cécile live before coming home to Paris?
(a) At a convent.
(b) With a family friend.
(c) With her elderly aunt.
(d) On the streets.

3. Which place in the social hierarchy did Laclos' family occupy?
(a) The clergy.
(b) The highest form of the gentry.
(c) The peasant class.
(d) The lowest form of nobility.

4. What euphemism does Merteuil use to refer to her lover?
(a) "Knight."
(b) "Distraction."
(c) "Pastime."
(d) "Swain."

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In his other writings, what view did Laclos take of women?

2. What does Merteuil think is Valmont's greatest flaw in his plan of seduction?

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

4. What does Cécile tell Danceny in letter 49?

5. How does Danceny give his first note to Cécile?

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