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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. What does Grivet believe after Madame Raquin stops talking?

2. Why does Laurent talk about his old times with Thérèse on their wedding night?

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

4. Why does Laurent stay under the bridge during the storm?

5. Where does Laurent spend his night in "Chapter XVII"?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Laurent realize Madame Raquin knows he and Thérèse killed Camille?

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

3. Why does Thérèse kiss Madame Raquin in "Chapter XXIX"?

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

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

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

7. What is Thérèse and Laurent's wedding like?

8. Why does Thérèse compare Camille to Laurent in "Chapter XXX"?

9. How does Madame Raquin feel about the care Thérèse and Laurent give her when she is ill?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the commentary provided on justice 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

Explore the role of a minor character, Michaud or Grivet, and his impact on Thérèse's life.

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