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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XXIII - XXV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Madame Raquin say she is happy to have given her money away?
(a) Because of the care Thérèse and Laurent give her.
(b) Because she can't think of how to spend it.
(c) Because she loves Thérèse like a daughter.
(d) Because she no longer feels burdened.

2. Why does Laurent say he can't live the life of a painter?
(a) He wants money.
(b) He doesn't have the inspiration.
(c) He dislikes the smell of paint.
(d) He isn't good enough.

3. Why does Laurent say he lost the financial support of his father?
(a) Because he turned 21.
(b) Because his father lost their money in a bad investment.
(c) Because his father died.
(d) Because he tried to make a living painting.

4. What does Grivet toast to at Thérèse and Laurent's wedding?
(a) Their children.
(b) Their wealth.
(c) Their parents.
(d) Their health.

5. In "Chapter XXIII", what does Thérèse do when she admits Camille has triumphed over her?
(a) She leaves the room.
(b) She cries.
(c) She laughs.
(d) She shakes her head.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Thérèse look forward to in "Chapter XVI"?

4. In "Chapter XI", what does Laurent first think to do to kill Camille?

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

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