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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters IV - VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter VI", why does Laurent start coming to the Raquin apartment nearly every day?
(a) To share books.
(b) To help in the shop.
(c) To paint a portrait.
(d) To have tea.

2. In "Chapter VI", what convinces Laurent he can be Thérèse's lover?
(a) The way Camille treats her.
(b) His competition with Camille.
(c) The way she watches him.
(d) His self confidence in his talent.

3. In "Chapter I", what does the man do in the shop?
(a) Talks to the ladies.
(b) Steals hats.
(c) Sweeps the floor.
(d) Carries the boxes.

4. Why does Thérèse keep running downstairs in "Chapter IV"?
(a) To get more food.
(b) To clean.
(c) To help customers.
(d) To make sure the shop is locked.

5. When does the Raquin family entertain guests?
(a) Wednesdays.
(b) Saturdays.
(c) Fridays.
(d) Thursdays.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter II", what does the narrator say Camille dealt with as a child?

2. In "Chapter II", what does the narrator say is missing from Thérèse and Camille's relationship?

3. Why does Madam Raquin help Thérèse run a shop in Paris?

4. Why does Camille get champagne in "Chapter VI"?

5. Why does Laurent say he can't live the life of a painter?

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