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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the captain kill the Bulgarian who is attacking Cunégonde?
(a) The captain is angry that the rapist did not stop to show respect for the captain.
(b) The captain does not kill the Bulgarian.
(c) The captain is angry that he didn't get Cunégonde first.
(d) The captain is angry that the rapist did not kill Cunégonde.

2. In what city do Martin and Candide land in England?
(a) Portsmouth.
(b) York.
(c) London.
(d) Dover.

3. Why does Candide pay the Dutch captain to sail to Venice as soon as possible?
(a) Because he is traumatized from the execution.
(b) Because he wants to see Cunégonde.
(c) Because he thinks England smells bad.
(d) Because he wants to go fishing.

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

5. To whom does the captain sell Cunégonde?
(a) Candide.
(b) Mr. Cadiz.
(c) The Grand Inquisitor.
(d) Mr. Issachar.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of ship are Candide and Martin passengers on?

2. Who arranged the auto-da-fé, which results in the hanging of Pangloss?

3. What is Cunegonde's brother's position now in Paraguay?

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

5. What does Candide wear during his escape?

(see the answer key)

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