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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the Baron want Lisbeth to move to the Rue Vaneau?

2. What does Lisbeth bring home to her admirer from the dinner parties she attends?

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

4. Which country does Monsieur Crevel dream of visiting?

5. What gift does the Emperor bestow on the Baroness when she is a young woman?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the Baroness summon Monsieur Crevel? Which of Monsieur Crevel's actions have affected the Baroness? Why has he acted this way?

2. Describe Lisbeth. How old is she? How does she dress? How does this affect her social standing in comparison to her cousin, the Baroness?

3. Whom does Wenceslas see when he returns home? Whom does he say has purchased his bronze group and offered him work?

4. What proof does Lisbeth provide of the existence of her admirer? What does she receive from Hortense in exchange for this information?

5. How does Lisbeth meet Wenceslas in the first place? What is the relationship between them after this first meeting?

6. What does Lisbeth tell Hortense and Adeline has happened to Wenceslas? How does Hortense react? How is Bette's lie discovered?

7. What plan do Lisbeth and Hortense agree upon to help out Lisbeth's admirer? Who accompanies Hortense on this mission? Whom does her escort take notice of during this venture?

8. How does Lisbeth describe her relationship with Wenceslas to Valerie Marneffe? What proof of his connection to Hortense does Valerie show to Lisbeth?

9. What does Lisbeth advise Wenceslas to do after the visit from Monsieur Grasset and what reason does she give for this? What does she promise to do?

10. With whom does Lisbeth discuss the Baron's fascination with Valerie Marneffe? According to Lisbeth, what has Baron Hulot done to win her favor?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The theme of deception is highlighted throughout the novel Cousin Bette. Choose three examples of deception from the novel and analyze the events and characters to which they relate. What message about deception and truth is conveyed in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Pride is a significant theme in Cousin Bette. What is the message conveyed about pride in this novel? Use specific examples from the text to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

A major theme in Cousin Bette is that of forgiveness. Choose three examples from the text and analyze the outcomes of these acts. What is the message the text communicates about forgiveness?

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