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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the narrator say Madame Raquin become Thérèse's guardian?
(a) Thérèse needs a job.
(b) Thérèse's mother dies.
(c) Thérèse becomes to sick to care for herself.
(d) Thérèse runs away from home.

2. Who did Michaud used to work for?
(a) A university.
(b) A lawyer.
(c) The police.
(d) The governor.

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

4. How does Laurent initiate the affair with Thérèse?
(a) He kisses her cheek.
(b) He forces himself on her.
(c) He lets her initiate it.
(d) He writes her a letter.

5. What does Camille do most nights after work?
(a) Reads.
(b) Takes a nap.
(c) Works in the shop.
(d) Goes to the pub.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter VI", how does the narrator describe Laurent's portrait?

2. How does Madame Raquin know Michaud?

3. Where is the haberdashery shop that Thérèse works at located?

4. At the end of "Chapter I", what does Thérèse do after leaving the shop?

5. How does Thérèse feel when she is reintroduced to Laurent in "Chapter V"?

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