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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of "Boule de Suif," what are the "Avengers of Defeat," "Citizens of the Tomb," and "Brethren in Death."
(a) Reformist campaigners.
(b) Enlisted men.
(c) British dragoon.
(d) Legions of irregulars.

2. Why does the group of passengers urge Boule de Suif to speak to the Prussian officer when they first arrive in Totes?
(a) Because her refusal could bring trouble on all of them.
(b) Because they are in business with the Prussian officer.
(c) Because her compliance would bring them wealth.
(d) Because they wish to get rid of her for good.

3. What is the name of the hotel the coach stops in front of when they arrive in Totes?
(a) Hotel du Totes.
(b) Hotel du Napoleon.
(c) Hotel du Lyon.
(d) Hotel du Commerce.

4. Who tells Monsieur Follenvie to "Kindly tell the scoundrel, that carrion of a Prussian, that I will never consent"?
(a) Boule de Suif.
(b) Madame Carre-Lamadon.
(c) Madame Loiseau.
(d) The Old Nun.

5. As Cornudet settles beside the kitchen fireplace, what does he do as he "sucked the foam from his mustache" the first day in Totes?
(a) Passed his long fingers through his long greasy hair.
(b) Turned the pages of a book with his long fingers.
(c) Shook with laughter and held his belly with his greasy fingers.
(d) Crossed his long legs near the fire.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Boule de Suif," why could no one mention Loiseau's name without adding that he was an "extraordinary man"?

2. As they dined after the first indignant outburst the first day in Totes, the coach passengers spoke _______and thought _______.

3. What passengers are the last to alight from the coach when they arrive in Totes?

4. When they arrive at Totes, the mood at supper after Boule de Suif returns from her meeting with the Prussian officer is characterized as what?

5. In "Boule de Suif," who alone is authorized to interview the Prussian officer on civil matters?

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