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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Candide's reaction to the execution he sees in England?
(a) He is horrified.
(b) He is relieved.
(c) He is happy.
(d) He is sad.

2. Where does Cunégonde see Candide before being reunited with him by the old woman?
(a) At the gardens.
(b) At the mercado.
(c) At the plaza real.
(d) At the auto-da-fé.

3. How does Cunegonde's brother react to Candide's plan to marry Cunegonde?
(a) He is delighted that she will marry someone from Westphalia.
(b) He is indifferent because of his priestly position.
(c) He is surprised Candide will marry damaged goods.
(d) He is not pleased with the idea.

4. Which two men share a house and Cunégonde, although she will not let either man touch her?
(a) The Baron and the Grand Inquisitor.
(b) Mr. Issachar and Candide.
(c) Candide and the Grand Inquisitor.
(d) Mr. Issachar and the Grand Inquisitor.

5. Who is the court's banker?
(a) Don Issachar.
(b) Cunégonde's uncle.
(c) The old lady's husband.
(d) The Grand Inquisitor's illegitimate son.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose execution do Candide and Martin witness in England?

2. How long do Candide and Martin have to stay on the Dutch ship before it sails?

3. Whose murder did Cunégonde's brother witness?

4. Why does the captain kill the Bulgarian who is attacking Cunégonde?

5. Who does the Bulgar captain sell Cunégonde to?

(see the answer key)

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