View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Candide told the individual in Chapter 23 was being executed?
(a) Because he was a French spy.
(b) because he did not kill enough Frenchmen.
(c) because he accidentally sank a British ship.
(d) Because he was too old to go back to sea.

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

3. Who does the Bulgar captain sell Cunégonde to?
(a) Don Issachar.
(b) A Muslim.
(c) An Anabaptist.
(d) The Grand Inquisitor.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Cunégonde see Candide for the first time after their separation?

2. Where do Candide and Martin land at the end of the chapter?

3. What position does the Baron attain in the Jesuit military?

4. What effect does the execution in Chapter 23 have on Candide?

5. What is Candide wearing when he and Cacambo escape after Candide kills Cunégonde's brother?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 284 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample