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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Cincinnatus gets the news about the new prisoner, what does his cot seem to change into?
(a) A bush.
(b) A horse.
(c) A door.
(d) A boat.

2. What does the lawyer offer to Cincinnatus?
(a) Copies of the trial transcript.
(b) An autographed photo of himself.
(c) A private meeting with the judge.
(d) Free services to make his will and a trust for his wife.

3. What does Rodrig Ivanovich say after Cincinnatus reads the letter?
(a) He says the opposite of what the letter has told Cincinnatus.
(b) He repeats the letter backwards.
(c) He says exactly what the letter says, word for word.
(d) He says not to trust the written word.

4. When does Emmie tell Cincinnatus that her rescue attempt will take place?
(a) The next day.
(b) In a week.
(c) In a month.
(d) On the day of his execution.

5. What is Cincinnatus's lawyer looking for when he visits Cincinnatus?
(a) The lawyer is looking for his library card.
(b) The lawyer is looking for his reading glasses.
(c) The lawyer is looking for his cufflink.
(d) The lawyer is looking for his pen.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the prison rule number two, what does it say is the prison's pride?

2. How long does the letter say Cincinnatus will have to wait for the interview?

3. What is wrapped around Pauline's neck?

4. Who meets Cincinnatus, when he is finally outside of the prison?

5. What is M'sieur Pierre's attitude when he is led into Cincinnatus' cell?

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