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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 37-39.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Was Edna a good swimming student?
(a) She was outstanding.
(b) No one has seen her swim, so no one can say.
(c) Decent. Robert thought she needed more lessons.
(d) No. Robert was frustrated and thought it was futile to teach her.

2. Why does Edna not want to go abroad?
(a) She does not like foreign travel.
(b) She does not want to be forced into doing things she does not want to do anymore.
(c) She prefers domestic travel.
(d) She cannot stand traveling with Leonce.

3. Raoul's condition prompts Mr. Pontellier to accuse his wife of:
(a) Being a great mother
(b) Hating him
(c) Neglecting their children
(d) Giving Raoul the wrong medicine

4. What does Edna do when her husband orders her to come inside?
(a) She refuses to obey him.
(b) She suggests they take a walk.
(c) She obeys him instantly.
(d) She asks if they can get a larger cottage.

5. What does Mademoiselle Reisz say to Edna after her performance?
(a) It is the last time she will perform for anyone.
(b) She would have preferred playing the violin.
(c) She should have chosen a different tune.
(d) Edna is the only one worth playing for.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Robert say in response to Edna's comment that they have spent the entire day together?

2. How does Robert react to the sight of Alcee's photograph?

3. Who is the embodiment of every womanly grace and charm?

4. How does Edna react to the note?

5. What does Madame Ratignolle think of the Mexicans?

(see the answer key)

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