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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Emma do to try to regain interest in her domestic responsibilities as a wife and mother?
(a) Starts going to church.
(b) All answers are correct.
(c) Embarks on her household chores with care.
(d) Removes Berthe from the care of the wet nurse.

2. How does Monsieur Rouault compensate Charles for setting his leg?
(a) He gives him a house on his estate.
(b) He gives him 75 francs and a turkey.
(c) He gives him 5 francs.
(d) He gives him a horse.

3. After Léon leaves to continue his studies, how does Emma cope with the loss?
(a) She begins doing charitable works for the poor.
(b) She spends more time doting on Berthe.
(c) She leaves Charles.
(d) She begins to buy herself extravagant things.

4. As Emma and Léon get to know each other, what do they originally discuss?
(a) Literature.
(b) Horses.
(c) Far away places.
(d) Medicine.

5. What event does Homais disclose is coming to Yonville?
(a) A large agricultural exhibition.
(b) A traveling circus.
(c) A fashion show.
(d) A display of scientific artifacts.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Charles' first wife?

2. What does Charles find when he helps riders repair their cart?

3. Why does Rodolphe suggest that Emma should begin horseback riding with him?

4. Where does Léon want to go to finish his law studies?

5. The novel begins with a description of this character's experience in school. Who is this character?

(see the answer key)

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