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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) Charmed.
(b) Tormented.
(c) Astonished.
(d) Belittled.

2. What does Swann consider after hearing a song played on the piano at the Verdurin's?
(a) If he knows the composer.
(b) If he could write music.
(c) If he could play the song himself.
(d) If the song is any good.

3. What makes the narrator uneasy with his hotel room in Balbec?
(a) The smell.
(b) It is too large.
(c) It is unfamiliar.
(d) There is only one window.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Saint-Loup tell the narrator when he requests a picture of Mme. Guermantes?

2. While visiting Saint-Loup in "Guermantes Way, Part I," what does the narrator talk about with the soldiers?

3. During the party at the Villeparisis' in "Guermantes Way, Part I," who embarrasses the narrator?

4. Why does the narrator want Saint-Loup to get them a dinner invitation to the Guermantes' in "Guermantes Way, Part I"?

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

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