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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, The Queen of Spades, pg. 63-76.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Napoleon send Henri back to Boulogne?
(a) He is growing distrustful of Henri.
(b) Because he lacks a soldier´s training.
(c) He caught Henri looking at Josephine.
(d) He thinks the front line needs his ingenuity.

2. Finish this sentence: "He kept small servants and _________."
(a) Miniature ponies.
(b) Large horses.
(c) Tall wives.
(d) A large ego.

3. How does Patrick feel about working for the French?
(a) He wants to return to his old job.
(b) He hates Napoleon, but likes his job.
(c) He prefers it to working for the English.
(d) He loves it.

4. When Villanelle leaves the Queen of Spades´house after their first date, what does she do?
(a) Go back to work.
(b) Leave Venice.
(c) Go for a boat ride.
(d) Walk on the canal.

5. Why does Villanelle name her lover the Queen of Spades?
(a) That is a term for royalty.
(b) She won with the Queen of Spades card.
(c) The woman always played spades.
(d) The Queen of Spades represents love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Villanelle put on her lips when she works?

2. What does Patrick say happened to his boots?

3. What does Henri think about when he is in the brothel?

4. When Villanelle refuses to marry the rich man, what does he do to her?

5. What does Henri say his village does at the end of every winter?

(see the answer key)

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