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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. In "Chapter I", how is Thérèse described in the shop?
(a) Like she is part of it.
(b) Like she doesn't know what she is doing.
(c) Like she is never there.
(d) Like she owns the place.

2. When does the Raquin family entertain guests?
(a) Saturdays.
(b) Fridays.
(c) Wednesdays.
(d) Thursdays.

3. What does Thérèse look forward to in "Chapter XVI"?
(a) Marrying Laurent.
(b) Reading a new book.
(c) Stopping her guilty feelings.
(d) Leaving her aunt.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter II", why does the narrator say Thérèse was excited about living in the country?

2. How does the narrator say Madam Raquin worked with Thérèse when buying the shop and apartment?

3. Where does Laurent kiss Thérèse while Camille sleeps in "Chapter XI"?

4. In "Chapter IX", what do Laurent and Thérèse say would happen if Camille were to have an accident?

5. What does Laurent say he went to school for?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Laurent do after Camille's death?

2. Why doesn't Laurent make his living as a painter?

3. In "Chapter II", how is Thérèse and Camille's marriage described?

4. In "Chapter IV", what is the Thursday gathering like at the Raquin apartment?

5. What does Thérèse feel she proves when Madame Raquin comes into her room in "Chapter VII"?

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

7. How does Thérèse act during the Thursday gatherings once she starts her affair with Laurent?

8. How did Thérèse end up with Madame Raquin?

9. What was Camille's childhood like?

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

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