Answer the following questions briefly:

Which is the most dramatic moment in the whole story? Give reasons.

The instance when Marquis de Thevenin slowly disclosed his real identity by peeling off his plaster and other features, only to reveal that the nobleman was none other than Quinquart himself, leaving Robichon in shock was the most dramatic moment in the story. This gave rise to unparalleled thrill and suspense to the climax, and came as a total surprise for everyone including the readers.