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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XXVI - XXVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter XXVII", why do Thérèse and Laurent argue about Madame Raquin attending the Thursday night gathering?
(a) They think she may be too sick.
(b) They fear she will tell their secret.
(c) They think she brings Camille's ghost back.
(d) They think the guests are cruel to her.

2. In "Chapter XXIII", why does kissing cause pain for Laurent and Thérèse?
(a) Laurent bites Thérèse.
(b) They don't want to kiss each other.
(c) They feel Camille's presence more.
(d) Thérèse has a toothache.

3. In "Chapter I", what does the old woman do in the shop?
(a) Sleeps.
(b) Writes.
(c) Tells jokes.
(d) Organizes the ribbons.

4. How does Thérèse try to confuse her aunt in "Chapter XXI"?
(a) She messes up the bed.
(b) She lies about the cat.
(c) She makes up a story about Grivet.
(d) She plays loud music.

5. What does the narrator say Thérèse does to Camille before they are married?
(a) She tries to run away from him.
(b) She borrows money from him.
(c) She kisses him.
(d) She beats him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Thérèse do after returning home after Camille's death?

2. How does Thérèse first respond when Laurent says he wants to rent a studio?

3. In "Chapter II", why does the narrator say Thérèse was excited about living in the country?

4. What does Laurent threaten to do if he doesn't get a studio to paint in?

5. How does Laurent describe Camille when he sees him at the morgue?

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