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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mr. Pontellier thinks something's wrong with Edna because:
(a) She forgets her housework, comes in late and does not associate with anyone.
(b) She is speaking in French most of the time.
(c) She paints disturbing portraits.
(d) She has lost much weight.

2. What does Edna call the piece she often hears Mademoiselle Reisz play?
(a) Solitude
(b) Solitaire
(c) Swinging Blues
(d) Sunshine

3. How does Madame Ratignolle explain the behavior of the Lebruns?
(a) Very logical
(b) They are all given to heroics.
(c) They are bizarre because they are so bohemian.
(d) Unexplainable

4. Who is very fond of Robert?
(a) The church parishoners
(b) The Pontellier children
(c) His mother
(d) No one. Everyone dislikes him.

5. When Edna sees Robert at the cafe, she accuses him of being the embodiment of:
(a) Generosity
(b) Selfishness
(c) Cruelty
(d) Beauty

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Alcee finally say goodnight to Edna?

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

3. What explanation does Robert give for not writing to Edna?

4. Describe the nature of Robert's and Edna's conversation:

5. What does Robert jokingly say happened to Mrs. Pontellier when she was in the ocean?

(see the answer key)

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