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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Boule de Suif," who is the "terror of all respectable people"?
(a) Boule de Suif.
(b) Monsieur Carre-Lamadon.
(c) Comte de Breville.
(d) Cornudet.

2. How does Boule de Suif respond to the matrons loud whispers of "hussy" and "public scandal" about her?
(a) She casts a hurt look at them.
(b) She smiles at them.
(c) She bows her head.
(d) She casts a challenging look at them.

3. As they dined after the first indignant outburst the first day in Totes, the coach passengers spoke _______and thought _______.
(a) Some; much.
(b) Little; some.
(c) Little; much.
(d) Much; little.

4. According to the coach driver, what does he tell the male passengers who have been looking for him the morning of the first day in Totes that he is forbidden to do?
(a) Attend confession.
(b) Harness the horses.
(c) Fraternize with them.
(d) Discuss politics.

5. In the beginning of "Boule de Suif," what happens to the National Guards' arms, uniforms, and death dealing paraphernalia?
(a) It appeared intermittently.
(b) It was quickly burned.
(c) It was slowly buried.
(d) It suddenly disappeared.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Cornudet have that he offers to his neighbors in the coach on the way to Totes?

2. What instrument does Monsieur Follenvie's chest sound like during the card game the first day in Totes?

3. Why does Cornudet follow Boule de Suif to her room their first night in Totes?

4. How do the nuns in "Boule de Suif" spend their time in the coach?

5. How many hours has the coach been on the road for when they see the lights glimmer from Totes?

(see the answer key)

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