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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Guermantes Way, Part I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Swann In Lov,e, why does Swann often go days without seeing Odette?
(a) He starts seeing someone new.
(b) He can't find her.
(c) To give her space.
(d) To prove he doesn't need her.

2. What do the people in Balbec appear to be mostly concerned about?
(a) Social status.
(b) Appearance.
(c) Age.
(d) Education.

3. How much time passes between "Place-names" and "Place-Names: The Place, Part I"?
(a) One year.
(b) Four years.
(c) Three years.
(d) Two years.

4. What happens right before the Verdurins stop inviting Swann to their parties?
(a) Odette accepts a ride from someone else.
(b) Odette gets in a fight with Swann.
(c) Swann insults a dignitary.
(d) Swann disagrees with their politics.

5. When they are in Paris, why does Odette want money from Swann?
(a) To repay a loan.
(b) To buy a dress.
(c) To take a house.
(d) To go out for dinner.

Short Answer Questions

1. Swann tends to court what type of lady?

2. What happens when people dine with Mme. de Villeparis in "Place-Names: The Place, Part I"?

3. What does the narrator's grandmother say she believes one should never do on vacation?

4. In "Swann In Love," who is Swann's competition for Odette's affection?

5. Who does the narrator most fear leaving when he travels to Balbec?

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