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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Suzanne go when Madame Raquin learns about Camille's death?
(a) To help clear out his apartment.
(b) To stop a fight.
(c) To comfort her.
(d) To tell her the news herself.

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

3. What does Camille do the Laurent before being thrown in the river?
(a) He kicks Laurent's stomach.
(b) He bites Laurent's neck.
(c) He slaps Laurent in the face.
(d) He begs him to stop.

4. In "Chapter I", what does the man do in the shop?
(a) Sweeps the floor.
(b) Carries the boxes.
(c) Steals hats.
(d) Talks to the ladies.

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

6. Why does Thérèse write a letter to Laurent in "Chapter IX"?
(a) To reveal her true feelings.
(b) To threaten to leave him.
(c) To wish him well.
(d) To tell him to stay home.

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

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

9. How long does Laurent fear he may have to go without seeing Thérèse while planning how to kill Camille?
(a) A few months.
(b) A few weeks.
(c) A few days.
(d) Over a year.

10. In "Chapter XIII", how do Laurent's co-workers view him?
(a) As something to fear.
(b) As a hero.
(c) As a wise man.
(d) As a fool.

11. In "Chapter VII", what worries Laurent most about Thérèse's involvement in their affair?
(a) She talks about it too much.
(b) She doesn't seem to worry about being caught.
(c) She starts to lose interest in him.
(d) She seems reluctant to take part in the affair.

12. How does Laurent feel about being caught for killing Camille?
(a) He thinks of who could help protect him.
(b) He is very worried about it.
(c) He figures he can pay his way out of jail.
(d) He vows to not get caught.

13. What does Laurent say he went to school for?
(a) Business.
(b) Art.
(c) Law.
(d) Health.

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

15. Why does Camille get champagne in "Chapter VI"?
(a) To celebrate his mother's publication.
(b) To celebrate his new job.
(c) To celebrate Laurent's painting.
(d) To celebrate his wedding anniversary.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Laurent treat Thérèse in front of Camille and his mother?

2. How does Laurent initiate the affair with Thérèse?

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

4. In "Chapter VI", how does the narrator describe Laurent's portrait?

5. Why does the narrator say Madame Raquin become Thérèse's guardian?

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