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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. Why does Florent take this job?
(a) To learn the industry.
(b) To get a government job.
(c) To network.
(d) To placate La Belle Lisa.

2. What is a charcuterie?
(a) Winery.
(b) Taxidermy shop.
(c) Butcher shop.
(d) Cheese shop.

3. What is Les Halles?
(a) A theater.
(b) A hotel.
(c) An open air market.
(d) A restaurant.

4. In what type of container is Gradelle's fortune found
(a) Salting barrel.
(b) Hat box.
(c) Violin case.
(d) Gun box.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the primary form of communication in Les Halles?

2. Why was Florent once arrested and deported?

3. Who is La Belle Normande's sister?

4. La Belle Normande spreads rumors about Florent having an affair with _______________.

5. What is Quenu's second career choice?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who are the family members that Florent reunites with and what is the nature of their business?

2. What is the symbolism of the cheese stench surrounding the gossiping women in the cheese cellar?

3. How are Florent and Quenu related?

4. How did Florent's naivete lead to his downfall?

5. What happens after Florent mysteriously disappears?

6. What is Claudes' theory of Fat vs. Thin in Les Halles?

7. Where is Uncle Gradelle's money found and what do Lisa and Quenu do with it?

8. Why has La Belle Lisa grown weary of having Florent in her home?

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

10. What does La Belle Lisa find in Florent's drawer that temporarily halts her search of his room?

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