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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, The Son or The First Man, A Mystery to Himself.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did the boys sneak away to in the summer?
(a) The market.
(b) The beach.
(c) The stables.
(d) The ball field.

2. Why did the women laugh when the doctor arrived?
(a) He looked like a drowned rat.
(b) He was joking with them.
(c) They thought he was a fool.
(d) The baby was already born.

3. How did Henri react to the execution he witnessed?
(a) He slipped into a depression after it.
(b) He was livid and vomited.
(c) He thought it was exciting.
(d) It made him decide to get more involved in politics.

4. How did the man surprise the chambermaid at the hotel?
(a) He was irrational.
(b) He gave her flowers.
(c) He gave her a tip even though he wouldn't let her carry his bag.
(d) He passed out in the hallway.

5. What did Jacques think about developing friendships with those in his area?
(a) They people were way above his station.
(b) The people were way below his station.
(c) The people around him were very unfriendly.
(d) People were overall nice, but led private lives that he would never be a part of.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the grandmother kill the hen?

2. What did Jacques have to write down to describe his mother's work?

3. What did the hens start to do when Jacques came near?

4. Who was around to tell Pierre and Jacques what to expect from the lycee?

5. Who was the traveler?

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