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What does the text suggest about society's values?
What does the text suggest about society's values?
- Respect and selfishness are the key attributes for societal acceptance.
- Talent is the most important factor in societal success.
- Humanity and honesty are highly valued.
- Strength and unscrupulousness are valued over humanity and honesty. (correct)
Which character's path reflects a journey of losing illusions in the story?
Which character's path reflects a journey of losing illusions in the story?
- Raphael de Valantin
- Eve
- David Séchard
- Lucien Chardon (correct)
How does Lucien Chardon differ from David Séchard in terms of their responses to society?
How does Lucien Chardon differ from David Séchard in terms of their responses to society?
- Lucien embraces his talent while David renounces his. (correct)
- David succumbs to society's pressures while Lucien resists them.
- David craves respect while Lucien does not.
- Lucien is naive while David is unscrupulous.
What is a characteristic phenomenon in France according to the text?
What is a characteristic phenomenon in France according to the text?
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How does Balzac depict the modern world's laws in his novels?
How does Balzac depict the modern world's laws in his novels?
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What leads Lucien Chardon to his tragic end in the story?
What leads Lucien Chardon to his tragic end in the story?
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What does society do to individuals who are honest?
What does society do to individuals who are honest?
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How does Raphael de Valantin differ from Lucien Chardon in dealing with society?
How does Raphael de Valantin differ from Lucien Chardon in dealing with society?
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How does Lucien Chardon's downfall impact his perception of societal laws?
How does Lucien Chardon's downfall impact his perception of societal laws?
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