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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which relative do Florent and Quenu reconnect with?

2. What does Florent think of the new Paris?

3. Who does Quenu marry?

4. What is a charcuterie?

5. What is Madame Francois' marital status?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is the narrative circular in THE BELLY OF PARIS?

2. Why does Gradelle hire La Belle Lisa?

3. Why do the authorities seize Muche's lesson books?

4. Who are the family members that Florent reunites with and what is the nature of their business?

5. Why has La Belle Lisa grown weary of having Florent in her home?

6. Who lures Pauline away from the charcuterie and what does he promise her?

7. Why is Gavard happy that Florent has accepted a job as a fish inspector?

8. What temporary job does Florent accept and how does he feel about working again?

9. Where is Uncle Gradelle's money found and what do Lisa and Quenu do with it?

10. What does La Belle Lisa do with the photograph she finds?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

THE BELLY OF PARIS is a classic rebellion against society story. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

There is much symbolism of the "Fat" and the "Thin" in the story. Cite two examples of each and provide support for your choices.

Essay Topic 3

Zola uses beautifully descriptive language in the book to help his readers see Les Halles from his perspective. Without referring to the book, describe the Les Halles district. How do you visualize Les Halles and Paris in general now that you have read Zola's THE BELLY OF PARIS?

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