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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 5, 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one obstacle in the relationship between Michel and his wife?
(a) Her relationships with little boys.
(b) Her desire to have children.
(c) Her frugality.
(d) Her religion.

2. What is the final destination of Michel's honeymoon trip?
(a) Rome
(b) Algeria.
(c) Paris.
(d) Tunis.

3. Who introduces Michel to more boys at the new walking place?
(a) A deformed little boy.
(b) A handsome 12-year-old goatherd.
(c) Menalgue.
(d) His wife.

4. How does Michel feel about the work he asked the barber to do?
(a) He thinks the goatee will impress the young goatherds he met on his honeymoon.
(b) He is ahead of the trend by shaving off his mustache only.
(c) He feels like people can read his thoughts more easily since he's not hiding behind a beard.
(d) He wishes he'd never suggested the leeches.

5. How does Michel regard his wife's feelings in Part 1, Chapters 5-7?
(a) Michel belittles his wife every chance he gets.
(b) He has a positive attitude and doesn't want to hurt her feelings.
(c) He sees her as a weak link since she is not as strong and beautiful as he himself.
(d) He doesn't care if he hurts her feelings or not.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1, Chapters 5-7, what do Michel's physical changes mirror?

2. Why does Michel's wife initially invite the boy to come play in their hotel room?

3. How does Michel feel about returning to his studies?

4. What does Michel's wife immediately do when she learns he is sick?

5. Why does Michel want to tell his story?

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