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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. Why does Madam Raquin help Thérèse run a shop in Paris?

2. In "Chapter XI", what does Laurent first think to do to kill Camille?

3. In "Chapter III", why does Camille think he will not spend much time at the shop?

4. What does Laurent tell the rescuers Camille was doing before he fell in the water?

5. When does Thérèse kiss Laurent on Thursday evenings?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Thérèse meets the student?

2. In "Chapter X", what crimes are discussed?

3. Why do Thérèse and Laurent consider killing Camille in "Chapter IX"?

4. What does Laurent do at the shop after Camille's death?

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

6. In "Chapter I", what do the three people in the shop do?

7. Why doesn't Laurent make his living as a painter?

8. How do Thérèse and Laurent feel about killing Camille in "Chapter IX"?

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

10. In "Chapter IV", what is the Thursday gathering like at the Raquin apartment?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the commentary provided on justice in "Thérèse Raquin".

Essay Topic 2

What role does religion play in this novel?

Essay Topic 3

What commentary does the author provide on forgiveness?

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