Les Misérables - Key Themes and Plot Quiz

What social problem does Fantine face when she is fired from her factory job?

Question Answer Choices Inadequate healthcare Lack of access to education Unfair treatment of women Political corruption

What social problem is highlighted by Cosette's treatment by the Thénardiers?

Question Answer Choices Political oppression Labor exploitation Treatment of children and orphans Gender inequality

What social issue does Jean Valjean's imprisonment for stealing bread highlight?

Question Answer Choices A justice system that mistreats criminals Environmental pollution Child labor Lack of educational opportunities

What impact does Valjean's act of sparing Javert have on Javert?

Question Answer Choices It makes Javert more determined to capture Valjean. It leads Javert to forgive Valjean and become his ally. It makes Javert question his dedication to the law, leading to his suicide. It causes Javert to retire from his position.

What does the inscription on Jean Valjean's gravestone signify in Les Misérables?

Question Answer Choices It signifies the importance of social status and wealth in Valjean's life. It signifies the irony of Valjean's life, his suffering, and his eventual redemption. It signifies the triumph of law and order over chaos and crime. It signifies Valjean's ultimate failure to find peace and forgiveness.

Why does Jean Valjean die in Les Misérables?

Question Answer Choices He dies of suffering after being separated from Cosette. He dies from injuries sustained while rescuing Marius. He dies from an illness he contracted in prison. He dies in a battle during the French Revolution.

Why doesn't Jean Valjean kill Javert?

Question Answer Choices Valjean spares Javert to follow the example of Bishop Myriel and act selflessly. Valjean spares Javert because he believes Javert will stop pursuing him. Valjean spares Javert because Cosette begs him not to kill Javert. Valjean spares Javert because he is afraid of the legal consequences.

What is one important moment of rising action in Jean Valjean's story in Les Misérables?

Question Answer Choices When Valjean takes Cosette into his care. When Valjean meets Marius. When Valjean becomes mayor. When Valjean is imprisoned.

How old is Cosette when she marries Marius in Les Misérables?

Question Answer Choices 22 20 18 16

Who gives Jean Valjean forgiveness and redemption in Les Misérables?

Question Answer Choices Cosette The Bishop of Digne Fantine Marius