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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 151 - 175.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In letter 5, how does Merteuil react to Valmont's object of desire?
(a) She expresses doubts as to his capability.
(b) She places absolute faith in Valmont.
(c) She is incredulous and mocking.
(d) She encourages his plan of seduction.

2. How did French society view Laclos after the publication of _Les Liaisons Dangereuses_?
(a) As a "monster."
(b) As a "saint."
(c) As a "genius."
(d) As a "mystery."

3. What does Danceny refuse to do, despite Madame de Volanges' request?
(a) Marry another woman.
(b) Return Cécile's letters.
(c) Burn his letters.
(d) Travel abroad to forget Cécile.

4. How does Merteuil's story end?
(a) She becomes celebrated, adored, and idolized.
(b) She travels the Continent to seduce more men.
(c) She is bankrupt, disfigured, and shunned.
(d) She goes into hiding and assumes a false name.

5. How does Valmont avoid detection of his and the Vicomtesse's dalliance?
(a) He pretends to become ill and incapable of making love.
(b) He pretends there was a burglar in her room.
(c) He accuses her of sleeping with a different man.
(d) He sneaks away from the house before everyone wakes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does "libertine" generally refer to in 18th-century France?

2. Who does Valmont trick to spend time with the Vicomtesse de M?

3. What does Merteuil assert that Madame de Tourvel is doing to Valmont?

4. Why is Merteuil's maid trustworthy?

5. What advice does Valmont give to Madame de Tourvel?

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