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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Guermantes Way, Part I continued.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator feel about his friendship with Saint-Loup?
(a) He doesn't cherish it.
(b) He decides to put more effort into it.
(c) He barely knows Saint-Loup.
(d) He values it more than others.

2. After seeing Uncle Adolphe in "Combray," why is the narrator excited?
(a) Because his uncle gave him money.
(b) Because his uncle promised to make him an actor.
(c) Because his uncle kissed an actress' hand.
(d) Because his uncle is producing a play.

3. In "Place-Names," why does Gilberte tell the narrator she won't be around for long?
(a) Her family is moving.
(b) The holidays require travel.
(c) She found a new set of friends.
(d) She is starting a new school.

4. In "Place-Names," how does the narrator's mother describe Mme. Blatin?
(a) Horrific.
(b) Awful.
(c) Terrific.
(d) Wonderful.

5. In "Overture," what makes the narrator think he will be sent back to school?
(a) For sinning.
(b) For skipping classes.
(c) For failing.
(d) Because he asks to be sent back.

Short Answer Questions

1. What conclusion does the narrator's family draw about M. Legrandin in "Combray"?

2. Why does Eulalie visit Aunt Leonie every week?

3. What does the narrator say happened to his belief in the elegance of women?

4. What treatment does the grandmother use shortly before her death?

5. In "Overture," how does the narrator's mother comfort him when he is crying?

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