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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. While in Balbec, how does the narrator say he feels when he meets Princesse de Luxembourg?
(a) Astonished.
(b) Belittled.
(c) Charmed.
(d) Tormented.

2. What happens when people dine with Mme. de Villeparis in "Place-Names: The Place, Part I"?
(a) They are escorted home.
(b) They are given lots of money.
(c) Their social status decreases.
(d) Their social status raises.

3. What does Saint-Loup tell the narrator when he requests a picture of Mme. Guermantes?
(a) She doesn't allow pictures of herself.
(b) He must find a good frame.
(c) He must ask her permission.
(d) He must keep it clean.

4. How does the narrator's father believe Mme. de Villeparisis will be able to inspire the narrator's writing?
(a) With her husband, the philosopher.
(b) With her school of wit.
(c) With her literature collection.
(d) With her beauty.

5. What is the narrator's favorite thing about Balbec?
(a) The gentle breezes.
(b) The peaceful nights.
(c) The beauty of the women.
(d) The view of the sea.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Uncle Adolphe suggest Swann do to get Odette to love him more?

2. In "Place-Names: The Place, Part I," what does the doctor recommend for the narrator's nerves?

3. In "Swann In Love," who does Swann refuse a dinner invitation from?

4. What does Alix think of Mme. de Villeparisis's picture of the Duchesse?

5. In "Place-Names, The Place: Part I," why can't the narrator talk to M. de Stermaria's daughter?

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