Les Miserables Movie Characters Quiz Questions

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    Valjean was sent to prison for stealing ________.

    • A horse
    • Bread
    • Gold
    • Clothes
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Engage with the 'Les Miserables' movie through a quiz focused on its characters. Test your knowledge on key plot points and character decisions, enhancing understanding of this cinematic adaptation.

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  • 2. 

    Why did Fantine give up Collette to the Thenardiers?

    • She was too poor to keep her

    • She died

    • She loved the Thenardiers

    • She had too many children

    Correct Answer
    A. She was too poor to keep her
    Explanation
    Fantine gave up Collette to the Thenardiers because she was too poor to keep her. This suggests that Fantine did not have enough financial resources to provide for her daughter's needs and believed that the Thenardiers would be able to give Collette a better life.

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  • 3. 

    Valjean was nice to Cosette because________________.

    • He was her father

    • He married her mother

    • She was pretty

    • He lover her like his own child.

    Correct Answer
    A. He lover her like his own child.
    Explanation
    Valjean was nice to Cosette because he loved her like his own child. This suggests that his actions towards her were driven by a deep affection and care, similar to that of a parent. This explanation implies that Valjean's kindness towards Cosette was not solely based on a biological relationship or physical appearance, but rather on a genuine emotional bond.

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  • 4. 

    Cosette hated living with the Thenardiers because they make her _____________.

    • Play dress up with their daughter

    • Do all the work around the house

    • Sleep out in the woods

    • Steal from other people

    Correct Answer
    A. Do all the work around the house
    Explanation
    Cosette hated living with the Thenardiers because they made her do all the work around the house. This implies that Cosette was burdened with all the household chores and responsibilities, which likely left her exhausted and deprived of a normal childhood. This situation might have made her feel trapped and unhappy in her living environment.

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  • 5. 

    Valjean and Cosette were always moving because ______________.

    • They were hiding from an inspector

    • They hated the weather

    • They liked to move

    • They were running from the Thenardiers

    Correct Answer
    A. They were hiding from an inspector
    Explanation
    Valjean and Cosette were always moving because they were hiding from an inspector.

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  • 6. 

    Marius and Cosette were married.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Marius and Cosette being married is stated as a fact without any ambiguity or condition. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 7. 

    Valjean felt guilty and told Marius all his secrets

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Valjean's guilt and desire for redemption led him to confess his secrets to Marius. Despite the potential consequences, Valjean believed that honesty and openness were necessary for him to make amends for his past actions. By sharing his secrets, Valjean demonstrated his trust in Marius and his commitment to living a truthful life. This act of confession ultimately played a significant role in the development of their relationship and the resolution of the story.

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  • 8. 

    Eventuayy, Marius forgave Valjean for keeping secrets.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Marius eventually forgave Valjean for keeping secrets. This suggests that Valjean's actions, although initially seen as deceitful, were ultimately understood and forgiven by Marius. This implies that Valjean's reasons for keeping secrets were justified and that Marius was able to empathize with him and let go of any resentment or anger.

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  • 9. 

    Why did Valjean go to the revolution/war to same Marius?

    • He wanted to help the revolution

    • He had friends there

    • He wanted to bring Marius back to Cosette

    • His dog was there

    Correct Answer
    A. He wanted to bring Marius back to Cosette
    Explanation
    Valjean went to the revolution/war to bring Marius back to Cosette. This is evident from the fact that Valjean had developed a strong bond with Cosette and wanted to reunite her with Marius, whom she loved. Valjean's actions were driven by his love and concern for Cosette's happiness, making it his priority to bring Marius back to her.

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  • 10. 

    __________ rescued Fantine from the police.

    • Marius

    • Thenardiers

    • Her mother

    • Valjean

    Correct Answer
    A. Valjean
    Explanation
    Valjean rescued Fantine from the police.

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  • 11. 

    Fantine was able to see Cosette before she died.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that Fantine was able to see Cosette before she died. However, in Victor Hugo's novel "Les Misérables," Fantine never gets the chance to see Cosette before her death. Fantine is a struggling single mother who is forced to give up her daughter to the Thénardiers. She tragically dies before she can reunite with Cosette. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 12. 

    Marius' father _______________.

    • Moved to Texas

    • Died

    • Was in the hospital

    • Got a new job

    Correct Answer
    A. Died
    Explanation
    The given information states that Marius' father "died." This implies that Marius' father is no longer alive.

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  • 13. 

    Marius said his life had changed when ___________________.

    • He joined the army

    • He looked at Cosette

    • His grandfather kicked him out

    • He was injured

    Correct Answer
    A. He looked at Cosette
    Explanation
    Marius said his life had changed when he looked at Cosette because this suggests that he fell in love with her and that his perspective on life shifted as a result. This implies that meeting Cosette had a profound impact on Marius, potentially altering his priorities, goals, and overall outlook on life.

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  • 14. 

    Marius' grandfather treated Marius' father ______________.

    • Horribly

    • Like a loved son

    • Like a brother

    • Normal

    Correct Answer
    A. Horribly
    Explanation
    Marius' grandfather treated Marius' father horribly, indicating that he was not kind or respectful towards him. This suggests that Marius' father may have been mistreated or subjected to cruel behavior from his own father.

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  • 15. 

    Who told Marius to help Thenardier if he ever found him?

    • His mother

    • His father

    • His sister

    • His brother

    Correct Answer
    A. His father
    Explanation
    Marius was told by his father to help Thenardier if he ever found him. This suggests that his father had some kind of connection or relationship with Thenardier, and believed it was important for Marius to assist him. The reason behind this instruction is not provided, but it implies that there may be some history or loyalty between Marius' father and Thenardier.

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  • 16. 

    Where did Valjean and Cosette go when they escaped?

    • Berlin

    • New York

    • London

    • Paris

    Correct Answer
    A. Paris
    Explanation
    Valjean and Cosette went to Paris when they escaped.

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  • 17. 

    Why did Marius want to protect Thenardier?

    • A note from his sister

    • A note from his brother

    • A note from his friend

    • A note from his father

    Correct Answer
    A. A note from his father
    Explanation
    Marius wanted to protect Thenardier because he received a note from his father. This suggests that Marius's father had some sort of connection or relationship with Thenardier, which led Marius to feel a sense of obligation or loyalty towards him. The note may have contained information or instructions from his father, urging Marius to protect Thenardier.

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  • 18. 

    Marius feels responsible for saving Thenardier and then does not want him in trouble so he doesn't signal the police.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Marius feels a sense of responsibility towards Thenardier because he believes he owes him a debt of gratitude for saving his father's life during the battle. As a result, Marius does not want Thenardier to get into any trouble, so he chooses not to signal the police. This decision is driven by Marius's loyalty and desire to protect Thenardier, despite his questionable character and actions.

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  • 19. 

    Why did Marius call Cosette "Ursula"?

    • She told him that was her name

    • Her father told him that was her name

    • He found a handkerchief with the initials U.F.

    • He liked that name

    Correct Answer
    A. He found a handkerchief with the initials U.F.
    Explanation
    Marius called Cosette "Ursula" because he found a handkerchief with the initials U.F. This suggests that he mistakenly associated the initials with her name and started calling her by that name.

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  • 20. 

    Thenardier ____________ Marius' father during the war.

    • Killed

    • Trapped

    • Hurt

    • Saved

    Correct Answer
    A. Saved
    Explanation
    During the war, Thenardier saved Marius' father.

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  • 21. 

    Marius lived next to ____________ in the small apartment.

    • Cosette

    • Valjean

    • Tenardier

    • His grandfather

    Correct Answer
    A. Tenardier
    Explanation
    Marius lived next to Tenardier in the small apartment.

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  • 22. 

    Why did Marius' grandfather kick him out of the house?

    • He got bad grades

    • He had a girlfriend

    • He talked to his father

    • He visited his father's grave

    Correct Answer
    A. He visited his father's grave
    Explanation
    Marius' grandfather kicked him out of the house because he visited his father's grave. This suggests that his grandfather had a strong disapproval or resentment towards Marius' father, and visiting the grave was seen as a betrayal or defiance of the family's wishes. It implies that there might have been unresolved conflicts or tensions within the family, leading to Marius' expulsion from the house.

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  • 23. 

    Valjean ___________the candlesticks.

    • Bought

    • Stole

    • Was given

    • Made

    Correct Answer
    A. Was given
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "was given" because it implies that Valjean received the candlesticks from someone else, indicating that he did not buy or steal them.

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  • 24. 

    Marius was given to his grandfather because his father had no money.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Marius was not given to his grandfather because his father had no money. The given statement does not provide any information about why Marius was given to his grandfather. Therefore, the correct answer is False, as the statement does not support the given explanation.

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  • 25. 

    Thenardier tried to trick people into giving him money by ________________.

    • Calling them

    • Writing them letters

    • Visiting them

    • Standing on the corner

    Correct Answer
    A. Writing them letters
    Explanation
    Thenardier tried to trick people into giving him money by writing them letters. This implies that he would send letters to individuals, possibly with a fabricated story or false claims, in order to deceive them into giving him money. By using written communication, Thenardier could manipulate and persuade people without having to directly interact with them, making it easier for him to carry out his deceptive practices.

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  • 26. 

     Maruis was completely accepting of Valjean's secrets.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Marius was not completely accepting of Valjean's secrets. In Victor Hugo's novel "Les Misérables," Marius initially distrusts Valjean and is suspicious of his past. He only begins to accept Valjean after he saves Marius' life during the barricade uprising. However, Marius still struggles with accepting Valjean's criminal history and hides it from his wife, Cosette. Therefore, the statement is false.

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  • 27. 

    The next victim of Thenardier was Valjean by trying to get him to give the family money.  Who tried to stop him?

    • Marius

    • The police

    • The army

    • Cosette

    Correct Answer
    A. Marius
    Explanation
    Marius tried to stop Thenardier from victimizing Valjean by attempting to get him to give the family money.

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  • 28. 

    Fantine died ____________________.

    • After getting beat up

    • Of starvation

    • From a broken heart

    • From polio

    Correct Answer
    A. From a broken heart
    Explanation
    Fantine died from a broken heart. This suggests that her emotional pain and suffering were so intense that it ultimately led to her death. It implies that she experienced deep sadness and despair, possibly due to the loss of her daughter, Cosette, and the hardships she faced throughout her life. This explanation aligns with the tragic and heartbreaking nature of Fantine's story in Victor Hugo's novel, "Les Misérables."

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  • 29. 

    How did Valjean feel about Marius fallin in love with Cosette?

    • He was so happy for them

    • He felt jealous

    • He was excited

    • He was angry

    Correct Answer
    A. He felt jealous
    Explanation
    Valjean felt jealous about Marius falling in love with Cosette. This suggests that Valjean had strong feelings for Cosette himself and was not happy about someone else taking her away from him. Jealousy often arises from a fear of losing someone or something that is important to us, and in this case, Valjean's jealousy indicates his possessiveness and attachment to Cosette.

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  • 30. 

    Javert, the inspector, dressed like a ______________.

    • Soldier

    • Beggar

    • Bar tender

    • Policeman

    Correct Answer
    A. Beggar
    Explanation
    Javert, the inspector, dressed like a beggar. This suggests that he disguised himself as a beggar in order to blend in and gather information without drawing attention to himself. Dressing like a beggar would allow him to move around unnoticed and observe situations discreetly, which would be advantageous for his role as an inspector.

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