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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XIII - XVI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter VII", what worries Laurent most about Thérèse's involvement in their affair?
(a) She talks about it too much.
(b) She seems reluctant to take part in the affair.
(c) She doesn't seem to worry about being caught.
(d) She starts to lose interest in him.

2. When does Thérèse kiss Laurent on Thursday evenings?
(a) When he goes to leave.
(b) When everyone's backs are turned.
(c) She doesn't kiss him on Thursdays.
(d) When she pretends to help in the shop.

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

4. What does Thérèse consider instead of marrying Laurent in "Chapter XVI"?
(a) Marrying the student.
(b) Finding a richer man.
(c) Starting her own shop.
(d) Running away from him.

5. In Grivet's story in "Chapter X", why does the servant go to jail?
(a) For poisoning his master.
(b) For running away.
(c) For stealing silver.
(d) For quitting her job.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Thérèse write a letter to Laurent in "Chapter IX"?

2. Why does Thérèse start reading in "Chapter XVI"?

3. In "Chapter VI", what convinces Laurent he can be Thérèse's lover?

4. Why does Laurent go to Paris alone after Camille's death?

5. In "Chapter V", whose portrait does Laurent offer to paint?

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