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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do today's readers of Laclos interpret his novel?
(a) They neglect several characters and only focus on one or two.
(b) They find that each character has definite motivations.
(c) They cannot agree on the ambiguous meanings and motivations of the characters.
(d) They always apply Laclos' personal history to the meaning of the novel.

2. What has Merteuil begun to think about Belleroche?
(a) She has suspicions that he has another lover.
(b) She thinks he is a better lover than Valmont.
(c) She considers marrying him.
(d) She becomes tired of him and needs a break.

3. What does Valmont ask Madame de Tourvel to do in letter 35?
(a) Commit to a sexual relationship with him.
(b) Give him the names of those saying bad things about him.
(c) Move to Paris so they can be seen in society together.
(d) Divorce her husband, the judge.

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

5. What does Danceny fear after reading Valmont's report?
(a) That Cécile no longer loves him.
(b) That Cécile needs to go back to the convent.
(c) That Cécile loves Valmont.
(d) That Cécile dies.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Valmont think it possible to seduce this woman?

2. What is Valmont and Danceny's relationship as of letter 57?

3. What does Madame de Tourvel allow Valmont to do?

4. How does Madame de Rosemonde respond to Madame de Tourvel's news concerning herself and Valmont?

5. What does Madame de Tourvel regret in letter 124?

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