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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Camellias: Chapters 5-10, Journal of the Movement of the World No. 2 and Profound Thoughts Nos. 3-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author introduce in the Preamble?
(a) Her method of research.
(b) The historical background upon which the novel is based.
(c) The reason for writing the novel.
(d) The two main characters and the conflict.

2. What does Paloma decide to do for her next birthday?
(a) Move to Canada.
(b) Tell her father she wants to go away to boarding school.
(c) Commit suicide.
(d) Run away.

3. For whom does Manuela work?
(a) She does not have a job.
(b) She works for herself.
(c) Several families in Renee's building.
(d) At a small art museum.

4. What does Renee think will cause the young man to forget she said anything about Marx?
(a) His wealthy outlook on life.
(b) His belief that a woman cannot be intelligent.
(c) His embarrassment at her knowing something he does not.
(d) His belief that he is superior to everyone in the building.

5. What does Renee do when she leaves school?
(a) Works where she is working now.
(b) Works on the family farm.
(c) Gets married.
(d) Trains as a vet assistant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Renee's clients have in common?

2. Why does Renee hide her intelligence from others?

3. How is Renee's family characterized as far as showing affection?

4. Who does Renee use to further her arguments against the subject she just finished studying?

5. What does Pierre ask of Renee?

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