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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although Naudet can spot a good deal, how does Claude see him?
(a) as a leech in the world of art.
(b) as an opportunist who cares little about artists.
(c) as a brilliant critic of good art.
(d) as a man who is completely indifferent to good painting.

2. How is the Dead Child painting finally approved for hanging in the Salon?
(a) it is approved by mistake.
(b) it is considered a real masterpiece at last.
(c) Bongrand demands it.
(d) Fagerolles uses his "charity" vote.

3. Now that Sandoz is married, what role does his wife, Henriette, play in the household?
(a) she sits quietly and says nothing during the meetings.
(b) she supervises the dinners and takes care of Sandoz mother.
(c) she stays upstairs with Sandoz's mother.
(d) she stays in the kitchen cooking the different dishes.

4. Why does Irma become angry with Claude during a visit to his studio?
(a) he rejects her as a nude model.
(b) he rejects her as a patron.
(c) he rejects her as an art critic.
(d) he rejects her as a lover.

5. How long does Christine stay away after her first return visit to Claude's studio?
(a) two days.
(b) three weeks.
(c) a year.
(d) several months.

Short Answer Questions

1. Although Sandoz's novels are selling well, what is happening in literary circles?

2. Who visits Claude while Christine is hiding behind the screen?

3. What painting is almost rejected before it is discovered to be one by a famous artist?

4. Why is Claude told not to bring Christine to the Thursday night dinners?

5. How does Bongrand get rid of Naudet when he comes to buy one of his paintings?

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