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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 51 - 80.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Cécile think are pretty much the same thing?
(a) Sex and love.
(b) Friendship and love.
(c) Friendship and marriage.
(d) Innocence and ignorance.

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

4. What is the tone of Cécile's letter 55 to Sophie?
(a) Adult and experienced.
(b) Gloating and mocking.
(c) Tender and cautious.
(d) Frightened and remorseful.

5. How does Valmont trick Madame de Volanges into receiving his second letter?
(a) He throws it on her lap while company visits, forcing her to grab it and hide it.
(b) He slips it under her door at night.
(c) He hides it in one of her letters, which she has asked him to return.
(d) He glues it inside her favorite book.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who or what does Coward see as at fault for the events of the novel?

2. What does Merteuil call Danceny in letter 38?

3. What ruse does Valmont use to attempt to secretly rifle through Madame de Tourvel's letters?

4. What does Danceny refuse to do, despite Madame de Volanges' request?

5. How does Valmont spy on Madame de Tourvel?

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