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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the director's attitude toward M'sieur Pierre?
(a) Aloof and distainful.
(b) Impartial and uncaring.
(c) Irritated and grumbling.
(d) Fawning and complimentary.

2. How does Pierre characterize Cincinnatus's desire to know the date of his execution?
(a) As mindless parroting.
(b) As a clever ruse.
(c) As light and friendly banter.
(d) As foolish curiosity.

3. What time does the cell light go out?
(a) At nine o'clock.
(b) At midnight.
(c) At ten o'clock.
(d) At eleven o'clock.

4. When Pierre talks to CIncinnatus about the execution, when does he say it is scheduled for?
(a) One week hence.
(b) Three days hence.
(c) The day after next.
(d) Five days hence.

5. What does Emmie whisper in Cincinnatus's ear?
(a) She tells him the time of the escape.
(b) She tells him that she loves him.
(c) She tells him the route of their escape tunnel.
(d) He cannot hear what she says.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time does Rodrig Ivanovich appear?

2. What unnatural event from Cincinnatus' childhood does he describe?

3. What is Cincinnatus allowed to wear at gala performances because of his profession?

4. What words does Cincinnatus see written on the wall of the hallway?

5. What does Cincinnatus finally ask for as his last wish?

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