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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 is the only person who knows that Florent has escaped from Devil's Island?

2. Florent never gives in to ______________.

3. Who is La Belle Normande's sister?

4. Why does Florent fail as a tutor?

5. What does Florent begin to plan in Chapter 3?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why is Florent so uncomfortable around women and why does he feel that they overpower him?

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

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

5. What instructions does Monsieur Gavard give La Sarriette as he is being escorted to jail?

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

7. What temporary job does Florent accept and how does he feel about working again?

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

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

10. What role does gossip play in the market?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

Essay Topic 2

Although the vendors live on the fringe of acceptable society, they take care of each other. What is the bond between the characters in Les Halles that makes them want to help each other even when others won't? Is there a common denominator among the Les Halles market society that they recognize themselves in each other? Explain some situations in the book where the Les Halles vendors exhibit humanity toward one another.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the significance of the novel's title. What did the author mean by calling the book THE BELLY OF PARIS? Cite an example to support your answer. Can you suggest another title which you think is more appropriate for the book?

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