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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Seascape, with Frieze of Girls.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While in Balbec, what does the narrator offer a local girl who delivers a note for him?
(a) A hug.
(b) Ten dollars.
(c) Five francs.
(d) Dinner.

2. What does the narrator long to see Berma do in "Mme. Swann at Home"?
(a) Act.
(b) Recite poetry.
(c) Read.
(d) Paint.

3. In "Mme. Swann at Home," what do the narrator's parents finally say about Bergotte?
(a) That he is a man of hate.
(b) That he is a man of literature.
(c) That he is a man of talent.
(d) That he is a man of fear.

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

5. Who introduces the narrator to whorehouses?
(a) Gilbert.
(b) Bloch.
(c) His cousin.
(d) Mme. Swann.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Francoise feel about leaving Balbec in "Seascape, with Frieze of Girls"?

2. In "Place-Names: The Place, Part II," how does the narrator feel when he runs into Bloch with Saint-Loup?

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

4. What does Swann consider after hearing a song played on the piano at the Verdurin's?

5. In "Seascape, with Frieze of Girls," why does Albertine take the narrator away from Gisele?

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