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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: The Script, pages 75-100.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the Arch Vicar, why do his people worship the Devil?
(a) In order to delay the horror of the inevitable for moments longer.
(b) The Devil holds the key to rational behavior and beliefs for mankind.
(c) They feed off his power and wish to be possessed by his spirit.
(d) The Devil has humanity's best interests at heart.

2. Where do the narrator and Bob Briggs discover the screenplay at the heart of the novel?
(a) In Murcia, California.
(b) On the Canterbury ship.
(c) At Cottonwood Ranch.
(d) Outside the Studio Commissary.

3. Which two concepts does the Arch Vicar blame for the fall of mankind?
(a) Progress and Nationalism.
(b) Enlightenment and Generosity.
(c) Socialism and Generosity.
(d) Individualism and Joy.

4. What became of William Tallis' second wife?
(a) She was persecuted for being Jewish and was killed.
(b) She committed suicide after Mr. Tallis died.
(c) She died from cancer.
(d) She ran off with another man.

5. How do the primitives mark women who have not produced a healthy baby during the season?
(a) By tattooing them on the shoulders.
(b) By shaving their heads.
(c) By writing "NO" on their clothing.
(d) By making them wear distinct earrings.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was NOT among the team of scientists from New Zealand?

2. When Bob Briggs speaks about his personal history, how does the narrator react?

3. Why did William Tallis write "Ape and Essence"?

4. What is the occupation of Bob Briggs?

5. On which street corner does Chief order books to be incinerated?

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