The Count of Monte Cristo – Pre-reading Webquest
Martin/English 1
Answer the following questions on a separate piece of paper or type your answers
directly on this page. Complete sentences not necessary, but answers should be IN
YOUR OWN WORDS! It is required that you cite where you found your information
by noting the website on which you found it. (Copy and paste!)
1. Record three biographical facts about the novel’s author – Alexandre Dumas.
Make sure he’s the “right” Alexandre Dumas (the author) before you start!
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2. What other books did Dumas write? Name two others.
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3. The novel takes place in Marseilles, France. Where is Marseille located? Name
three facts about the city.
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4. Who was Napoleon Bonaparte? Why is he important in French history? Cite
three facts about this important military leader.
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5. Where is the Chateau d’If located? What was this place used for?
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6. Where is the Isle of Elba located? Why is it an important part of French history?
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7. Name three facts about Carnevale in Rome.
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