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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of the novel, what phrase do the younger children quote from their lesson?
(a) "The earth is a sphere that sits on absolutely nothing."
(b) "The capital of France is Paris."
(c) "Two times two is four."
(d) "France fought Germany in a war in 1914."

2. Where is the elder Monsieur Pericand taken when he is found after the Pericands flee the burning village?
(a) A church.
(b) The home of an old widow.
(c) The train station.
(d) A nursing home.

3. What does Phillipe do for a living?
(a) He is a Catholic priest.
(b) He is a street vendor.
(c) He is a museum curator.
(d) He is a businessman.

4. What do Gabriel and Florence find when they reach Tours?
(a) Their car is out of petrol.
(b) The city is occupied by the Germans.
(c) The city has been bombed.
(d) There is no food left in the city.

5. Who has a fondness for champagne and fruit?
(a) Charles Langelet.
(b) Hubert Pericand.
(c) Gabriel Corte.
(d) Philippe Pericand.

Short Answer Questions

1. What couple is introduced in Chapter 5?

2. What is Charles Langelet doing when he is introduced in Chapter 7?

3. Where are Gabriel and Florence driving toward?

4. What does a thief steal from Gabriel and Florence?

5. What is the condition of the soldier in Chapter 13?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the feeling of the townspeople when the Germans finally arrive in the town where Arlette Corail is staying?

2. What are Philippe Pericand's feelings toward the children of the Children's Home?

3. What happens once Gabriel Corte receives some food and why is it ironic considering his attitude about his situation?

4. How does Charlotte Pericand treat her father-in-law and why?

5. Describe the feelings of Hubert Pericand about the war between Germany and France.

6. How does Charlotte Pericand feel about Philippe's profession?

7. What does Jeanne Michaud see while on the road to Tours that makes her cry and why does it affect her?

8. According to the conversation between Hortense, Jules, and Aline, what are their feelings toward the rich?

9. Describe the character of Gabriel Corte.

10. What is the status of Jean-Marie Michauds health in Chapter 24?

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