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

2. As Michel's health improves he still experiences...

3. What does the information Michel receives in the mail regarding his illness show him?

4. Why does Michel sunbathe nude and explore the craggy area?

5. What does Michel study during his scholarly life?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is the letter written to that outlines the story and who wrote the letter?

2. Why does Michel walk to Positano?

3. What happens when Marceline asks Michel to pray for her?

4. Why does Michel visit Menalque despite Marceline's opinion of the man and her illness the night of the scheduled visit? What does this say about Michel's commitment to his wife?

5. How does Michel know Marceline's health has taken a turn for the worse and what does he do to help?

6. Describe how Michel spends his days and nights upon returning to Biskra with Marceline.

7. How do Michel and Charles spend their days?

8. How does Michel feel about his studies after returning from his honeymoon? Why does he feel this way?

9. Why does Michel want to travel in Part 3?

10. Where does Michel begin sleeping in Part 2, Chapter 3, and why?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What aspects and experiences of the author's own life might be drawn upon for inspiration in The Immoralist? Explain your answers.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss types of figurative language used by the author in The Immoralist.

Essay Topic 3

Why doesn't Michel simply divorce Marceline and live the life he secretly wants to lead? What does this tell us about Michel's character or beliefs?

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