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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XXXI - XXXII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Laurent do when Madame Raquin realizes he killed Camille?
(a) He slaps her.
(b) He tells her to keep it a secret.
(c) He carries her to bed.
(d) He runs out of the room.

2. How does Michaud interact with Madame Raquin after she becomes unable to speak?
(a) He ignores her.
(b) He reads to her.
(c) He answers for her.
(d) He sings to her.

3. In "Chapter IX", where does Thérèse begin to sleep?
(a) Far away from her husband.
(b) In a hotel.
(c) In the shop.
(d) In her husband's bed.

4. Why is Laurent violent toward Thérèse in "Chapter XXIII"?
(a) He doesn't know how to treat her kindly.
(b) He is mad at her.
(c) He doesn't realize he is being violent.
(d) He wants to get rid of Camille's spirit.

5. In "Chapter I", what does the man do in the shop?
(a) Carries the boxes.
(b) Sweeps the floor.
(c) Talks to the ladies.
(d) Steals hats.

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes Michaud confident that the Thursday night gatherings will continue?

2. What makes Laurent decide to visit the morgue just two more times?

3. How does Madame Raquin feel when Thérèse confesses to her and asks for forgiveness?

4. What does Grivet toast to at Thérèse and Laurent's wedding?

5. Why does Thérèse start reading in "Chapter XVI"?

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