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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter IX", what is one pro Laurent thinks of for killing Camille?
(a) The money.
(b) The fame.
(c) He could prove his power.
(d) He could marry Thérèse.

2. Who did Michaud used to work for?
(a) A university.
(b) The governor.
(c) A lawyer.
(d) The police.

3. How does Laurent respond to the stories about crime in "Chapter X"?
(a) He tells his own story.
(b) He laughs.
(c) He says they are clever.
(d) He stays quiet.

4. How does Thérèse feel about lying to Camille and Madame Raquin about her relationship with Laurent?
(a) She feels confused.
(b) She enjoys it.
(c) She feels guilty.
(d) She doesn't think about it.

5. Why doesn't Camille ever have a real education?
(a) His mother prevents it.
(b) He lives too far from school.
(c) He never attends school.
(d) His father makes him work instead.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the narrator say Thérèse does to Camille before they are married?

2. In "Chapter III", why does the narrator say Camille wanted to leave the country?

3. How long does Madame Raquin own the shop before moving?

4. Why does Thérèse agree to throw Camille from a boat?

5. Why does Laurent capsize the boat after throwing Camille in?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Laurent and Thérèse find time to meet with each other?

2. What was Camille's childhood like?

3. How does Thérèse act during the Thursday gatherings once she starts her affair with Laurent?

4. How do the newspapers report upon Camille's death?

5. What happens the first time Camille invites Laurent over to his apartment?

6. How does Laurent manage to throw Camille in the water?

7. What does Laurent do after Camille's death?

8. How did Thérèse end up with Madame Raquin?

9. What happens when Madame Raquin comes into Thérèse's room while Laurent is there?

10. What happens when Thérèse meets the student?

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