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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 149 - 286.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Wenceslas discover the identity of the person who arranges for his release from prison?
(a) Word of mouth.
(b) A court document.
(c) A letter.
(d) A personal visit.

2. Who does Wenceslas tell Lisbeth has purchased his group?
(a) The Duc d'Herouville.
(b) The Comte of Montcornet.
(c) Monsieur Crevel.
(d) The Baron.

3. What complaint does Lisbeth have when the Baron goes to her flat looking for Valerie?
(a) Depression.
(b) A toothache.
(c) A migraine.
(d) Indigestion.

4. On what condition does Crevel agree to pay for a copy of the biblically-themed figure that Wenceslas is sculpting for Valerie Marneffe?
(a) That it be completed before Christmas.
(b) That it be the only copy in existence.
(c) That Valerie serve as model.
(d) That it be signed by the sculptor.

5. What proof of Wenceslas' infidelity does Hortense receive?
(a) The testimony of a witness.
(b) A letter from Valerie.
(c) A confession.
(d) A photograph.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hortense react upon learning that Wenceslas has lied to her about his whereabouts?

2. To what animal does Monsieur Crevel compare Mademoiselle Hortense in his conversation with the Baroness?

3. What does the narrator consider to be "the most reliable thermometer of wealth in Parisian households"?

4. What does Victorin contribute to help his father get out of debt?

5. What financial difficulty do the Marneffes face?

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