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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Swann In Love.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator's family react to Uncle Adolphe's friends?
(a) They love them.
(b) They never meet them.
(c) They are mean to them.
(d) They disapprove.

2. In "Overture," how does the narrator's mother comfort him when he is crying?
(a) She pats his head.
(b) She reads him books.
(c) She gives him a hug.
(d) She calls his father for help.

3. After seeing Uncle Adolphe in "Combray," why is the narrator excited?
(a) Because his uncle is producing a play.
(b) Because his uncle gave him money.
(c) Because his uncle kissed an actress' hand.
(d) Because his uncle promised to make him an actor.

4. What does Swann leave behind the first time he visits Odette's house?
(a) His keys.
(b) A cigarette case.
(c) His jacket.
(d) A pair of cuff links.

5. What happened at Combray to make the narrator appreciate art?
(a) A cat took care of another cat.
(b) His mother started collecting art.
(c) Francoise got into a fight with another maid.
(d) A kitchen-maid got pregnant.

Short Answer Questions

1. Swann tends to court what type of lady?

2. In "Overture," what does the narrator's father give him after dinner?

3. Who is Francoise?

4. Why doesn't the narrator's mother visit Mlle. Vinteuil in "Combray"?

5. What happens right before the Verdurins stop inviting Swann to their parties?

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