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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 81 - 100.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Merteuil in letter 10, which pretext do women use to submit to sexual pleasure with a man?
(a) Women use the excuse of weak-mindedness.
(b) Women allow themselves to be raped.
(c) Women come to secret agreements with their lovers.
(d) Women initiate their own seductions.

2. What is Valmont and Danceny's relationship as of letter 57?
(a) They do not have a relationship.
(b) Wary and cautious.
(c) Open and trusting.
(d) Vengeful and angry.

3. What euphemism does Merteuil use to refer to her lover?
(a) "Knight."
(b) "Pastime."
(c) "Distraction."
(d) "Swain."

4. How do today's readers of Laclos interpret his novel?
(a) They find that each character has definite motivations.
(b) They neglect several characters and only focus on one or two.
(c) They cannot agree on the ambiguous meanings and motivations of the characters.
(d) They always apply Laclos' personal history to the meaning of the novel.

5. What does Madame de Tourvel offer Valmont?
(a) Her friendship.
(b) Her body.
(c) Her undying love.
(d) Her hatred.

Short Answer Questions

1. What action does Valmont propose to Cécile to facilitate their secret correspondence?

2. What does Valmont say is notable about the man pursuing Merteuil?

3. Who is the author of the Editor's Preface?

4. With whom does Valmont conspire to trick and humiliate a new acquaintance?

5. According to the author of the Editor's Preface, what is the value of a work of literature?

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