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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Danceny trust to help him continue his relationship with Cécile?
(a) Madame de Rosemonde.
(b) Valmont.
(c) Bertram.
(d) Madame de Tourvel.

2. How does Merteuil decide that Prévan is attempting to seduce her?
(a) She refuses to play cards, and he follows her lead.
(b) She eavesdrops on his conversation with the Bishop.
(c) She asks her friend, the Maréchale, whether Prévan mentioned her.
(d) She asks him directly whether he is interested in her, and he demurs.

3. What is Madame de Tourvel's mindset in letter 161?
(a) Thoughtful and contemplative.
(b) Sad and lonely.
(c) Disturbed and disorganized.
(d) Clear and coherent.

4. What does Merteuil effectively refuse to do with Valmont?
(a) Have a sexual relationship with him.
(b) Mentor Cécile for him.
(c) Cover up for him.
(d) Share seduction stories.

5. How does Valmont make sure that Madame de Tourvel will read his first letter?
(a) He corners her and reads it aloud.
(b) He leaves it in plain sight so she is forced to take it.
(c) He hides it in her writing desk so she will see it.
(d) He gives it to her maid to deliver to her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Cécile think are pretty much the same thing?

2. Why is Madame de Tourvel suddenly convinced that Valmont no longer loves her?

3. Whom does Merteuil target for her next seduction?

4. What happens to Cécile when Valmont's door opens while they are together?

5. How does Valmont spy on Madame de Tourvel?

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