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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For whose benefit does the King ask Merivel to marry Celia?
(a) His ancient mother.
(b) His wife, the Queen.
(c) The tax collector.
(d) His mistress, Barbara.

2. What does Merivel hire Meg as?
(a) A prostitute.
(b) A model.
(c) A servant for his wife.
(d) A servant for himself.

3. What does Merivel ask for in his letter to the King?
(a) Political power.
(b) Acknowledgement.
(c) Money.
(d) A job.

4. What does the King plan to do about his affair with Celia?
(a) End it over a few weeks.
(b) End it quickly.
(c) Continue it quietly.
(d) Make it openly known.

5. What animal does the King ask Merivel to cure?
(a) A chicken.
(b) A swan.
(c) A cat.
(d) A dog.

Short Answer Questions

1. What can't Merivel remember when he sees Celia again?

2. What does Merivel do after his wedding night is interrupted?

3. Which Cambridge college did Merivel attend?

4. In what year does the novel begin?

5. Who does Merivel miss, alone in his mansion?

(see the answer key)

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