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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 125 - 150.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Merteuil think of Madame de Tourvel?
(a) As a rival whom she defeated.
(b) As a no-good whore.
(c) As a pupil whom she trained.
(d) As a sorry case to be pitied.

2. In letter 52, what does Valmont accuse Madame de Tourvel of slandering?
(a) The generosity of Valmont's aunt.
(b) The concepts of friendship and trust.
(c) Valmont's reputation.
(d) Her own reputation.

3. What does Cécile assert to Danceny after his letter reveals his suspicions?
(a) That she and Valmont decided not to listen to Danceny.
(b) That if they will both be unhappy, it won't be entirely her fault.
(c) That she will refuse to see him again.
(d) That her mother will never discover Cécile's plan.

4. What is a "little house?"
(a) A temporary dwelling for those on the run from the law.
(b) The servants' quarters, attached to a large estate.
(c) A peasant hovel.
(d) A luxurious love-nest in the country.

5. What does Valmont know Merteuil dislikes reading about?
(a) She dislikes reading about Valmont's progress with Madame de Tourvel.
(b) She dislikes reading about Cécile's progress with Danceny.
(c) She dislikes reading Valmont's preachy advice.
(d) She dislikes reading about Valmont's past seductions.

Short Answer Questions

1. Into which main form(s) was __Les Liaisons Dangereuses_ reproduced in the 20th century?

2. What does Valmont tell Danceny in letter 89?

3. How does Coward recommend the novel should be criticized?

4. How does Merteuil decide that Prévan is attempting to seduce her?

5. Why does Gercourt wish to delay his and Cécile's marriage?

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