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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In "Chapter IX", what do Laurent and Thérèse say would happen if Camille were to have an accident?
(a) Their dreams would come true.
(b) They would have more money.
(c) They could tell Madame Raquin about their relationship.
(d) They may be blamed.

3. Where is the haberdashery shop that Thérèse works at located?
(a) An alley.
(b) In a garage.
(c) A busy main street.
(d) Above someone's home.

4. In "Chapter VII", what does Laurent do when Madame Raquin comes up to Thérèse's room when he is there?
(a) He hides.
(b) He greets her kindly.
(c) He climbs out the window.
(d) He pretends to be looking for Camille.

5. In "Chapter V", whose portrait does Laurent offer to paint?
(a) Thérèse.
(b) Madame Raquin.
(c) Grivet.
(d) Camille.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Laurent continue to visit the shop after Camille's death?

2. Why does Laurent capsize the boat after throwing Camille in?

3. Where does Laurent weigh the pros and cons of killing Camille?

4. What does the narrator say Thérèse does to Camille before they are married?

5. How does the narrator say Madam Raquin worked with Thérèse when buying the shop and apartment?

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