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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 287 to 437.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the difference in age between Monsieur Crevel and Monsieur Hulot?
(a) Hulot is seven years younger.
(b) Crevel is seven years younger.
(c) Hulot is ten years younger.
(d) Crevel is ten years younger.

2. What is the significance of the name Mirah?
(a) It is an anagram of Hiram, thereby denoting Jewish heritage.
(b) It is the German word for light.
(c) It is the name of a town in Israel.
(d) It is the name of a German town.

3. Why does the Baron want Lisbeth to move to the Rue Vaneau?
(a) To spy on Madame Marneffe.
(b) To distance her from Hortense.
(c) To live in a more fashionable area.
(d) To be closer to the family.

4. What "medicine" does Marshal Hulot prescribe for Hector after his disgrace and resignation?
(a) Cyanide.
(b) A pair of pistols.
(c) Hemlock.
(d) A passage to America.

5. Who buys the group from Wenceslas?
(a) The Baron.
(b) Stidman.
(c) Monsieur Crevel.
(d) Monsieur Marneffe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What particular significance does the name d'Ervy have to the Baron?

2. What item does Hortense promise Lisbeth in exchange for proof of her beau's existence?

3. Early in their relationship, who refuses to accompany the Baron to Valerie's house despite her entreaties?

4. What significant change to his appearance does Valerie induce Baron Hulot to make?

5. Why is cousin Bette not accepted in society?

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