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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Laurent initiate the affair with Thérèse?
(a) He writes her a letter.
(b) He kisses her cheek.
(c) He forces himself on her.
(d) He lets her initiate it.

2. Why does Madam Raquin help Thérèse run a shop in Paris?
(a) To provide more money for the family.
(b) To give Thérèse directions.
(c) To make sure she doesn't get left behind.
(d) To keep busy.

3. How long does Laurent have his affair with the model?
(a) Just a weekend.
(b) Several days.
(c) Several months.
(d) Several weeks.

4. Why does Laurent continue to visit the shop after Camille's death?
(a) To continue his affair with Thérèse.
(b) To watch Thérèse work.
(c) To spend money.
(d) To comfort Madame Raquin.

5. What does Thérèse do after returning home after Camille's death?
(a) She says she wants to move.
(b) She works all day.
(c) She starts painting.
(d) She pretends to be sick.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the haberdashery shop that Thérèse works at located?

2. In "Chapter IV", who does Camille invite over?

3. At the end of "Chapter IX", what does Laurent decide to do about Camille?

4. What does Thérèse do when Madame Raquin cries in "Chapter XV"?

5. How does Laurent start his attack on Camille in "Chapter XI"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Camille leaves to get champagne in "Chapter VI"?

2. Why do Thérèse and Laurent consider killing Camille in "Chapter IX"?

3. How do Thérèse and Laurent feel about killing Camille in "Chapter IX"?

4. What was Camille's childhood like?

5. What happens the first time Camille invites Laurent over to his apartment?

6. In "Chapter X", what crimes are discussed?

7. How does Thérèse change when Laurent becomes a regular guest in "Chapter V"?

8. What plan does Laurent come up with the kill Camille?

9. How do the newspapers report upon Camille's death?

10. What does Laurent do at the shop after Camille's death?

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