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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What effect does the execution in Chapter 23 have on Candide?
(a) He recalls the brutality of the Bulgarians.
(b) He is amused by the ignorance of the English.
(c) He is horrified and pays a Dutch captain to take him to Venice.
(d) He stays in England to see another one.

2. What does Candide wear during his escape?
(a) Women's clothes.
(b) A Jesuit robe.
(c) A suit of armor.
(d) An Oreillon costume.

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 not pleased with the idea.
(d) He is surprised Candide will marry damaged goods.

4. Who heals Cunégonde's brother after he is left for dead at the castle?
(a) A Jesuit.
(b) A philosopher.
(c) A Spaniard.
(d) A Bulgarian.

5. What is Candide wearing when he and Cacambo escape after Candide kills Cunégonde's brother?
(a) His normal clothes.
(b) Nothing.
(c) A necklace from Cunégonde.
(d) The Commandant's robe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Candide's reaction to the execution he sees in England?

2. To whom does the captain sell Cunégonde?

3. How does Cunegonde's brother say he escaped?

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

5. Who is fighting a war with France?

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