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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who becomes the sole heir to Uncle Gradelle's fortune?

2. What is Madame Francois doing as the novel begins?

3. Even though Florent and Quenu are brothers, they have ___________________.

4. For what reason does Florent accept the job in #56?

5. In whose back room do Florent and other men hold regular meetings?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the most obvious thing that differentiates Marjolin and Cadine from Lisa and Quenu?

2. What does La Belle Lisa's visit to the priest point out about the market class' beliefs about religion?

3. What does Muche talk Pauline into doing, knowing that it will make Pauline's mother mad?

4. How do La Belle Lisa and La Belle Normande become friends again?

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

6. Who is the old friend that Florent encounters upon his return to Paris?

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

8. Who is the only woman who is kind to Florent at the fish market?

9. What is the irony of the Quenu and Lisa attending a theater performance called "The Grace of God"?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

THE BELLY OF PARIS is a classic rebellion against society story. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

There is much symbolism of the "Fat" and the "Thin" in the story. Cite two examples of each and provide support for your choices.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of La Belle Lisa. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her at this point in her life?

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