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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. What is Quenu's second career choice?
(a) Fashion designer.
(b) Barber.
(c) Butcher.
(d) Locksmith.

2. What is Claude Lantier's profession?
(a) Painter.
(b) Barista.
(c) Botanist.
(d) Actor.

3. What is Madame Francois' marital status?
(a) Separated.
(b) Widow.
(c) Single.
(d) Divorced.

4. Who is the worst gossip in Les Halles?
(a) Mademoiselle Saget.
(b) Mademoiselle Petit.
(c) Madame Michel.
(d) Mademoiselle Camille.

5. What type of business does the person in #45 own?
(a) Charcuterie.
(b) Wine shop.
(c) Cheese shop.
(d) Patissiere.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Logre?

2. Florent never gives in to ______________.

3. Who is the man Florent is filling in for on the job?

4. Where is Uncle Gradelle's fortune found?

5. Who has escaped from Devil's Island?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is the protagonist of THE BELLY OF PARIS and what is his situation that sets up the novel?

2. What role does gossip play in the market?

3. How does Zola use foreshadowing in Florent's tutoring work with Muche?

4. Describe some of the careers that Quenu attempts and what happens to Florent's finances as a result.

5. Who are Marjolin and Cadine and what role does Mere Chantemesse play in their lives?

6. Who is the only character that defies the Fat vs. Thin categorization?

7. Why is Gavard happy that Florent has accepted a job as a fish inspector?

8. What new things does Florent see in Paris when he returns?

9. How is the narrative circular in THE BELLY OF PARIS?

10. What proof of an insurrection does La Belle Lisa find and what decision does she make regarding Florent?

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