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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. How does Serge greet Paul at the restaurant?
(a) With a warm embrace.
(b) With a rude remark.
(c) With an impersonal handshake.
(d) With a pat on the back and a joke.

2. When does Claire say she will keep Paul from returning home from the restaurant until on Michel's message?
(a) 1:00 a.m.
(b) 10:00 p.m.
(c) 12:00 a.m.
(d) 11:00 p.m.

3. Which statement best describes Paul's attitude towards Serge?
(a) Paul distrusts Serge on principle because he is a politician.
(b) Paul admires Serge and thinks Serge's unassuming humility will win him the election.
(c) Paul is contemptuous of Serge and thinks he is a pompous hypocrite.
(d) Paul is envious of Serge's success and believes he is an honest, straight-talking person.

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

5. How does Paul describe Serge's appearance?
(a) He is obese.
(b) He is ugly.
(c) He is attractive.
(d) He is squat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Paul's biggest complaint about the aperitif?

2. Who does the waitress hit in the head with her elbow when pouring the wine?

3. What is the apparent attitude of the locals towards the Dutch moving into their region?

4. When Serge and Babette arrive, what does Paul notice about Babette?

5. Where are the two couples meeting for dinner in the novel?

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