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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Pangloss say his disease is making the most "progress"?
(a) Among the clergy.
(b) Among the Dutch.
(c) In the armies.
(d) Among the French.

2. What happens after Candide gives away his coins in Chapter 4?
(a) The soldier curses him.
(b) The beggar gives him a hug.
(c) The hungry child kicks him.
(d) The fruit vender cheats him.

3. Where does Candide take the beggar to feed him?
(a) His apartment.
(b) The bar.
(c) The Bulgarians' house.
(d) Jacques's stable.

4. Who does Pangloss ultimately blame for his current condition?
(a) Christopher Columbus.
(b) Candide.
(c) God.
(d) The Baron.

5. How many times is Candide beaten on his first day of military service?
(a) 10.
(b) 30.
(c) 100.
(d) 500.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who returns to the house to find Mr. Issachar dead?

2. What does the old woman tell Candide and Cunegonde in Chapter 9?

3. What happens when Mr. Issachar attacks Candide?

4. How long does it take Candide's wounds to heal?

5. What does the beggar say is the reason for his affliction?

(see the answer key)

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