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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Appetizer," Chapters 12-15 - "Main Course," Chapters 16-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Paul puzzled when the phone in his pocket rings?
(a) It is Serge calling from inside.
(b) It is not his phone.
(c) He does not recognize the number.
(d) He remembers leaving his phone at home.

2. What is the apparent attitude of the locals towards the Dutch moving into their region?
(a) The locals make money off of the Dutch.
(b) The locals welcome the Dutch.
(c) The locals fear the Dutch and want nothing to do with them.
(d) The locals dislike the Dutch.

3. When the two couples talk about a recent film they had all seen, how does Serge respond?
(a) He urges Babette not to give away the ending.
(b) He says it is one of worst movies he has ever seen.
(c) He gives a detailed analysis of the film's messages about society.
(d) He crudely praises the attractiveness of the film's female star.

4. How many drinks has Paul had when he awaits Michel's arrival in Chapter 20?
(a) One.
(b) Five.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

5. Watching his son approach on his bike at the restaurant, Paul compares Michel's movements with those of what?
(a) A predator.
(b) A runaway slave.
(c) A hummingbird.
(d) A robot.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Michel at the time of the narrative?

2. What interrupts the backyard party that Serge and Babette host the night before Paul and Claire leave?

3. What was Paul's former occupation?

4. What does Paul take that is not his just before going to dinner?

5. Between what ages is Beau presumed to be?

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