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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 7-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does a journeyman torturer wear as part of his uniform?
(a) A bone mask and black cloak.
(b) A red cloak.
(c) A feathered mask.
(d) A badge.

2. Apprentices under the age of 18 aren't allowed to have what?
(a) Cloaks.
(b) Books.
(c) Pets.
(d) Money.

3. How does the guild refer to the people who are sent there?
(a) Dead men walking.
(b) Friends.
(c) Clients.
(d) Subjects.

4. What does Master Gurloes ask Severian when he is summoned to the master's office?
(a) If he wants to be the master of the guild.
(b) What Thecla has told him.
(c) If he wants to be a torturer.
(d) For information about Drotte.

5. What is Severian in charge of for the people sent to the guild?
(a) Their cells.
(b) Their education.
(c) Assigning their punishments.
(d) Their meals.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Severian sent as punishment?

2. Where do the boys hide when they hear a commotion?

3. What is the guild forbidden to have in regards to the people sent there?

4. What is Master Gurloes' position in the guild?

5. What happens to Severian in the water when he tries to free himself?

(see the answer key)

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