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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Fantine’s hometown to which she returns in order to find work in Part I – Fantine?
(a) Montreuil-sur-mer.
(b) Toulon.
(c) Arras.
(d) Feuilly.

2. When did Monsieur Madeleine become mayor of Montreuil?
(a) 1804.
(b) 1809.
(c) 1820.
(d) 1812.

3. Charles Myriel was forced to flee Italy during the French Revolution of what year?
(a) 1789.
(b) 1755.
(c) 1699.
(d) 1814.

4. What is the largest industry in Montreuil, according to the narrator in Part I – Fantine?
(a) Ship lumber.
(b) House lumber.
(c) Black beads.
(d) Coal.

5. What are the two luxuries that Charles Myriel holds onto out of consideration for his housekeeper?
(a) A fireplace and a bear rug.
(b) A set of silverware and two silver candlesticks.
(c) A gas lamp and indoor plumbing.
(d) A silk robe and a dishwasher.

Short Answer Questions

1. The narrator says that Monsieur Madeleine arrived in Montreuil in what year in Book V of Part I – Fantine?

2. Fantine is fired from her job at the factory for what reason in Book V of Part I – Fantine?

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

4. How many years have passed since Fantine has been to her hometown in Book V of Part I – Fantine?

5. What is Charles Myriel’s position within the Church in Part I – Fantine?

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