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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Emma move her bedroom into the parlor of the Bovary home?
(a) So she doesn't have to be as close to Charles.
(b) So she can watch Léon walk his dog.
(c) Because she is experiencing postpartum depression.
(d) Because her bedroom is not warm enough as winter approaches.

2. What present does Emma give to Léon?
(a) An ornate coverlet.
(b) A puppy.
(c) Some exotic plants.
(d) A journal.

3. The novel begins with a description of this character's experience in school. Who is this character?
(a) Emma Bovary.
(b) Leon Dupuis.
(c) Charles Bovary.
(d) Justin.

4. Why doesn't Emma confide in the priest?
(a) Because she is late for dinner.
(b) Because she decides to go shopping instead.
(c) Because she decides to confide in Charles instead.
(d) Because he does not have a compassionate nature.

5. What career does Charles Bovary eventually settle on to please his mother?
(a) Lawyer.
(b) Farmer.
(c) Doctor.
(d) Shopkeeper.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the center of activity in Yonville?

2. What does Charles want to give to Emma as a present?

3. Why is Charles unhappy during his first few weeks as Yonville's doctor?

4. What event causes the delay of the "Hirondelle" and also marks the loss of Emma's last remaining confidante?

5. How does Emma spend her engagement period to Charles?

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