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Jean Valjean In Prison
1. Why was Jean Valjean in prison?

2. How long was his original sentence? How long was he actually in jail for, and why was his sentence extended?

3.What was his prisoner number?

4.How was he treated after he was released?

5. Where does he find refuge, and what happens there?

6. Where does Valjean first meet Fantine?

7. What happens to Fantine after she is dismissed from her job at the factory?

8. What happens when Valjean meets Fantine for the second time?

9. Javert delivers some news to Valjean. What is it? What difficulties does this raise for Valjean? What does he do?

10. What does Valjean promise to do for Fantine?

11. When Javert catches up with Valjean, what mercy does Valjean ask of Javert?
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