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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Madame Raquin own the shop before moving?

2. Why does Laurent continue to visit the shop after Camille's death?

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

4. What does Camille do most nights after work?

5. What happens when Thérèse finally finds interest in the outside world after Camille's death?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What happens when Madame Raquin comes into Thérèse's room while Laurent is there?

3. In "Chapter I", what do the three people in the shop do?

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

5. What is Thérèse's mourning like?

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

7. What happens when Thérèse meets the student?

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

9. How did Thérèse end up with Madame Raquin?

10. How do Laurent and Thérèse find time to meet with each other?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the role of men in Thérèse's life. Include her marriages as well as friendships and family.

Essay Topic 2

How does the author use colors in his descriptive passages? What is important about this use of color?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the symbolism of Laurent's scar.

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