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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter XI", were do Thérèse, Laurent and Camille rest?
(a) In a boat.
(b) In a hotel lobby.
(c) In a clearning.
(d) In a park.

2. In "Chapter VI", how does the narrator describe Laurent's portrait?
(a) Terrible.
(b) Depressing.
(c) Complicated.
(d) Beautiful.

3. 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 isn't good enough.
(d) He dislikes the smell of paint.

4. How does Thérèse look after mourning for Camille?
(a) Troubled.
(b) Older.
(c) Refreshed.
(d) Free.

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

6. How does Laurent describe Camille when he sees him at the morgue?
(a) Pained.
(b) Invisible.
(c) Gone.
(d) Hideous.

7. Why does Laurent go to Paris alone after Camille's death?
(a) To tell Madame Raquin.
(b) To find a job.
(c) To go into hiding.
(d) To steal Thérèse's belongings.

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

9. How does Laurent respond to the stories about crime in "Chapter X"?
(a) He says they are clever.
(b) He stays quiet.
(c) He tells his own story.
(d) He laughs.

10. How often does Laurent visit the morgue in "Chapter XIII"?
(a) A few times a week.
(b) Only once.
(c) Once a week.
(d) Every day.

11. 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.

12. Why does Thérèse start reading in "Chapter XVI"?
(a) Because of her friend.
(b) Because she wants an education.
(c) Because of her aunt.
(d) Because Laurent gives her a book.

13. What does Laurent whisper to Thérèse when he takes her home in "Chapter XII"?
(a) You win.
(b) Remember this.
(c) It's fine.
(d) Be strong.

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

15. How does Laurent treat Thérèse in front of Camille and his mother?
(a) He is mean to her.
(b) He ignores her.
(c) He is kind to her.
(d) He flirst with her.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter XIII", how do Laurent's co-workers view him?

2. In "Chapter IX", what is one pro Laurent thinks of for killing Camille?

3. In "Chapter III", why does Camille think he will not spend much time at the shop?

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

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

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