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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III - Marius.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Jean Valjean’s prison sentence extended?
(a) For fighting.
(b) For attempting escape.
(c) For going on a hunger strike.
(d) For talking back to the guards.

2. For how many years has Jean Valjean been in prison when his character is introduced in Part I – Fantine?
(a) 4.
(b) 13.
(c) 9.
(d) 19.

3. What is the title of Book V of Part I – Fantine?
(a) “A Dark Chase Requires a Silent Hound.”
(b) “Paris Atomized.”
(c) “The Descent.”
(d) “A Counter-Blow.”

4. Fantine is fired from her job at the factory for what reason in Book V of Part I – Fantine?
(a) Stealing.
(b) Calling in sick.
(c) Immorality.
(d) Telling a customer off.

5. What does Jean Valjean steal from M. Myriel in Part I – Fantine?
(a) A loaf of bread.
(b) Silverware.
(c) Brass coins.
(d) A lantern.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Javert give to Marius after Marius tells him of the plot of his neighbors in Book VIII of Part III – Marius?

2. What is the title of Book VIII of Part II – Cosette?

3. Who was defeated at the Battle of Waterloo?

4. How old is Marius Pontmercy’s grandfather in Book II of Part III – Marius?

5. What is Eponine’s last name said to be in Book VIII of Part III – Marius?

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