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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Swann In Love.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What art does M. Vinteuil dabble in?
(a) Music composition.
(b) Writing.
(c) Oil painting.
(d) Sculpture.

2. When they are in Paris, why does Odette want money from Swann?
(a) To repay a loan.
(b) To take a house.
(c) To buy a dress.
(d) To go out for dinner.

3. In "Overture," how does the narrator's mother comfort him when he is crying?
(a) She calls his father for help.
(b) She gives him a hug.
(c) She pats his head.
(d) She reads him books.

4. When does the narrator send his mother a note in "Overture"?
(a) During a dinner party.
(b) When he is away at camp.
(c) When she goes to work.
(d) On her birthday.

5. What does the narrator's "magic lantern" do?
(a) Turn off once it is daylight.
(b) Project pictures on the wall.
(c) Record his favorite songs.
(d) Pick up radio broadcasts.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Overture," what does the narrator's father give him after dinner?

2. After seeing Uncle Adolphe in "Combray," why is the narrator excited?

3. Who is Francoise?

4. What does Uncle Adolphe suggest Swann do to get Odette to love him more?

5. In "Overture," what makes the narrator think he will be sent back to school?

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