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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Seascape, with Frieze of Girls.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While in Balbec, what does the narrator offer a local girl who delivers a note for him?
(a) A hug.
(b) Five francs.
(c) Dinner.
(d) Ten dollars.

2. In "Swann In Love," who is Swann's competition for Odette's affection?
(a) Brichot.
(b) Forcheville.
(c) Forte.
(d) Bornville.

3. When does the narrator say his mother did not kiss him goodnight as a small child?
(a) When she had guests.
(b) When his father was late.
(c) When he had gotten in trouble.
(d) When it was raining.

4. What does Swann leave behind the first time he visits Odette's house?
(a) His keys.
(b) A pair of cuff links.
(c) His jacket.
(d) A cigarette case.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does M. de Charlus treat the narrator during dinner with his grandmother in "Place-Names: The Place, Part II"?

2. What does Mme. Swann do in "Place-Names" that causes people to talk?

3. How does Francoise feel when he watches the cavalry march past his yard?

4. In "Combray," what writer does M. Swann know?

5. Whose autographed letters does the narrator's grandmother buy for Saint-Loup as a going away present?

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