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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Thérèse begin acting depressed about Madame Raquin in "Chapter XIV"?
(a) Because she really is depressed.
(b) Because she wants Laurent to visit.
(c) To get her attention.
(d) To stop feeling guilty.

2. Why do Laurent and Thérèse become terrified on their wedding night?
(a) They don't want to be with each other.
(b) They realize they are guilty.
(c) They think someone is watching them.
(d) They fear Camille's ghost.

3. Why does Thérèse kiss Madame Raquin's face after the first time in "Chapter XXIX"?
(a) Because it calms her down.
(b) Because it makes Laurent upset.
(c) Because she thinks her aunt forgives her.
(d) Because she wants Camille to leave her alone.

4. Why do Laurent and Thérèse want Madame Raquin to suggest the get married?
(a) So they can wait longer before getting married.
(b) So they won't have to decide themselves.
(c) To have her blessing.
(d) To avoid looking guilty.

5. How does the author describe Thérèse and Laurent's wedding ceremony?
(a) Empty.
(b) Entertaining.
(c) Beautiful.
(d) Serious.

6. How does Laurent feel about walking home in "Chapter XVII"?
(a) He is excited.
(b) He is worried.
(c) He is confused.
(d) He is afraid.

7. What does Madame Raquin do when Thérèse and Laurent's engagement becomes official?
(a) She gives them her money.
(b) She hugs them both.
(c) She moves out of the shop.
(d) She throws a party.

8. Why does Thérèse kiss Laurent in "Chapter XXII"?
(a) Because he orders her to.
(b) Because she is trying to wake him up.
(c) Because she wants to love him.
(d) Because her aunt is watching.

9. In "Chapter XXVIII", what reminds Thérèse about Camille's drowning?
(a) The delivery man.
(b) A rain storm.
(c) A newspaper article.
(d) The water temperature.

10. Why does Thérèse begin begging for forgiveness?
(a) Because she wants to make Madame Raquin feel better.
(b) Because it makes her feel better.
(c) Because she believes Camille can hear her.
(d) Because it makes Laurent angry.

11. Why does Madame Raquin feel Laurent would be an acceptable husband for Thérèse?
(a) He is kind to Thérèse.
(b) He is a like a second son to her.
(c) He has never stolen from the store.
(d) She isn't sure he would be a good husband.

12. How does Michaud interact with Madame Raquin after she becomes unable to speak?
(a) He reads to her.
(b) He answers for her.
(c) He sings to her.
(d) He ignores her.

13. Why does Laurent force Thérèse's head to his neck in "Chapter XXI"?
(a) To smell him.
(b) To kiss his wound.
(c) To keep her quiet.
(d) To convince her he loves her.

14. How does Thérèse first respond when Laurent says he wants to rent a studio?
(a) She refuses to give him money.
(b) She thinks it is a good idea.
(c) She is worried the studio will be haunted.
(d) She is confused why he wants a studio.

15. Why does Laurent talk about his old times with Thérèse on their wedding night?
(a) To make Thérèse laugh.
(b) To try to rekindle their love.
(c) To make himself feel better.
(d) To prove that they were right in their plotting.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Laurent able to buy new clothes in "Chapter XX"?

2. Why does Laurent have a vision of lined up drowned bodies?

3. Where do Thérèse and Laurent sit and talk the night after their wedding?

4. How does Laurent react to Thérèse kissing her aunt's face?

5. In "Chapter XXVIII", why do Thérèse and Laurent let Madame Raquin listen to their arguments?

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