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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 151 - 175.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Cécile respond to Merteuil's advice about her relationship with Valmont?
(a) She agrees with Merteuil and decides to enjoy Valmont's company.
(b) She disagrees with Merteuil and resolves never to see Valmont again.
(c) She rebels against Merteuil and elopes with Danceny.
(d) She is confused and asks Merteuil if she really means what she wrote.

2. What does Madame de Rosemonde warn Madame de Tourvel about in letter 126?
(a) She warns her that Valmont is only interested in ruining women.
(b) She warns her that Valmont is a fugitive.
(c) She warns her that Valmont's illness is deadly.
(d) She warns her that Valmont has another lover.

3. What does Merteuil call Danceny in letter 38?
(a) Brainy and obtuse.
(b) Quiet and wise.
(c) Canny and secretive.
(d) Stupid and boring.

4. How does Valmont act toward Madame de Tourvel, as reported in letter 11?
(a) He makes no attempt to conceal his lust.
(b) He is gentlemanly and attentive.
(c) He regales her with licentious tales.
(d) He ignores her and barely speaks to her.

5. 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 coming on too strong.
(d) His reliance on writing letters.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Valmont entice Danceny to do?

2. How does Madame de Rosemonde learn of Madame de Tourvel's death?

3. How does Madame de Tourvel feel about Valmont?

4. In letter 52, what does Valmont accuse Madame de Tourvel of slandering?

5. How does Merteuil respond to Valmont's warning about the man who wants to pursue her?

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