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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I - Fantine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The police inspector in Montreuil threatens Fantine with what jail sentence for attacking a man who insulted her in Part I – Fantine?
(a) 3 months.
(b) 8 months.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 1 month.

2. Jean Valjean held what profession before he was incarcerated?
(a) A stable-hand.
(b) A tree-trimmer.
(c) A miner.
(d) A butcher.

3. To how many years in prison was Jean Valjean initially sentenced for stealing a loaf of bread?
(a) 1.
(b) 5.
(c) 12.
(d) 8.

4. What nickname has Charles Myriel earned which translates to “welcome” in English?
(a) Bruneseau.
(b) Bienvenu.
(c) Lanoire.
(d) Ultimus.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the title of Book I in Part I – Fantine?

2. With whom did Charles Myriel have a chance encounter in 1806 which led to his current position?

3. Why was Jean Valjean’s prison sentence extended?

4. When did Monsieur Madeleine become mayor of Montreuil?

5. Charles Myriel was forced to flee Italy during the French Revolution of what year?

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