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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of "Chapter III", how much time does the narrator say has passed since the Raquins obtained the shop in Paris?
(a) Two years.
(b) Four years.
(c) Three years.
(d) One year.

2. In "Chapter XI", what does Laurent first think to do to kill Camille?
(a) Hit him in the head.
(b) Drown him.
(c) Strangle him.
(d) Poison him.

3. Who does Laurent write to about his engagement to Thérèse?
(a) His father.
(b) The vicar.
(c) His brother.
(d) Thérèse's family.

4. In "Chapter XVI", what does Laurent plan to do after marrying Thérèse?
(a) Have children.
(b) Travel.
(c) Paint.
(d) Move.

5. In "Chapter XVIII", what emotion is said to connect Thérèse and Laurent?
(a) Passion.
(b) Hate.
(c) Love.
(d) Fear.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter XXVIII", what reminds Thérèse about Camille's drowning?

2. Why does Madame Raquin become unable to speak?

3. In "Chapter VII", how does Laurent find time to meet with Thérèse?

4. Why do Laurent and Thérèse want Madame Raquin to suggest the get married?

5. How does Laurent feel about being caught for killing Camille?

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