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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. After Madame Raquin becomes unable to speak, where does she spend her days?

2. In "Chapter XXX", how does Thérèse describe herself to Laurent?

3. In "Chapter XXVIII", what reminds Thérèse about Camille's drowning?

4. What makes Michaud confident that the Thursday night gatherings will continue?

5. In "Chapter XXVII", why do Thérèse and Laurent argue about Madame Raquin attending the Thursday night gathering?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Laurent feel about murdering Camille in "Chapter XXII"?

2. In "Chapter XVII", what does Laurent decide about Thérèse?

3. How do Laurent and Thérèse want to end their fear of Camille's ghost?

4. Why can't Madame Raquin tell everyone that she knows Laurent and Thérèse killed Camille?

5. Why do Laurent and Thérèse take such great care of Madame Raquin when she falls ill?

6. How does Thérèse show her remorse in "Chapter XXIX"?

7. What does Laurent begin dreaming about after Camille's death?

8. How do Laurent and Thérèse react to Madame Raquin's stroke?

9. What makes Thérèse and Laurent decide they can never kiss in "Chapter XXIII"?

10. What does Madame Raquin do after reading the letter from Laurent's father about his engagement?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast two settings in "Thérèse Raquin".

Essay Topic 2

Examine how this novel explores what qualities make a good man. Does the author have a firm description? What traits are valued? What traits are not valued?

Essay Topic 3

What role do the arts play in "Thérèse Raquin"? What message is delivered about the arts?

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