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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 much did Massot feel his house was worth?
(a) 200 thousand francs
(b) 500 thousand francs
(c) a million francs
(d) a half a million francs

2. What is the first problem the Mayles encounter in the novel?
(a) the Mistral
(b) irate neighbors
(c) high prices
(d) homesickness

3. What did Monsieur Menicucci think was scandalous?
(a) that most Americans don't use a bidet.
(b) that the English people are so prim.
(c) that the government sales tax for caviar is lower than for a screw.
(d) that Truffles are so expensive.

4. What had come to a standstill?
(a) work on the house
(b) calls from England
(c) the Mayles dining in restaurants
(d) visits from neighbors

5. How many people move the stone table into the courtyard?
(a) seven
(b) eight
(c) six
(d) four

Short Answer Questions

1. The January meal the Mayles were invited to started with what food?

2. Once seated, what does the student do?

3. What is the name of the Provencal stew the Mayles wanted to make?

4. The Mayles received a copy of which magazine in the mail?

5. What possession does Tony like to flaunt?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe some of the kissing practices in France.

2. What were the reasons Faustin gave to Peter Mayle for no longer growing melons?

3. Explain why Peter was cheered up by the story he hears about Christian , his architect

4. Describe in a sentence or two the bicycle trip the Mayles took on the first of May.

5. Why did the Mayles purchase a house in Provence?

6. Describe how truffles are gathered.

7. What was the biggest obstacle to the Mayles in buying a house in Provence?

8. Describe the person who makes a telephone call to the Mayles at the end of March.

9. Describe the market in Coustellet.

10. Describe how the dogs reacted to the snow and ice.

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