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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is talking to Monsieur Carre-Lamadon as the ladies discuss Madame d'Etrelles in the coach from Totes?

2. What is the metaphor Maupassant uses to describe the course of action the passengers take in persuading Boule de Suif to sleep with the Prussian?

3. In the coach on their departure from Totes, what is Madame d'Etrelles' two talents that are discussed?

4. What is Boule de Suif's expression as she begins to cry in the coach from Totes?

5. On the third day the passengers are in Totes, why are the ladies pleasant to Boule de Suif until lunch time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Boule de Suif's betrayal in the story. Who betrays her and why?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss sex in the story.

1) How is sex used as a weapon against Boule de Suif?

2) How is Boule de Suif a victim of her profession?

Essay Topic 3

Language is a powerful tool in the story. Choose 2 scenes and discuss how language is used to manipulate, convince, lecture, flatter, and/or demean Boule de Suif.

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