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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. In what type of container is Gradelle's fortune found

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

3. What is Madame Francois' sole responsibility?

4. What is the reaction of the Devil's Island escapee to all the food when he arrives at the market of Les Halle?

5. What business does the person in #23 own?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is life like for Marjolin and Cadine in Les Halles?

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

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

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

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

6. How are Florent and Quenu related?

7. What role does gossip play in the market?

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

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

10. Explain Florent's escape from Devil's Island and his journey back to Paris.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

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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