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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, after running away, Candide is caught and given what choice?
(a) Twelve bullets to the brain or 36 lashes by the regiment.
(b) Carrying baggage for the regiment or wearing a dress.
(c) Returning to the army or being torn apart by a bear.
(d) Death by hanging or 10 lashes every day for a year.

2. How does Candide kill Mr. Issachar?
(a) With a knife.
(b) With a gun.
(c) With a sword.
(d) With his hands.

3. What happens in Lisbon after the shipwreck?
(a) There is an earthquake.
(b) There is an eclipse.
(c) There is a tidal wave.
(d) There is a fire.

4. What happens to Candide immediately after he leaves the castle?
(a) He is beat up by some Bulgarians.
(b) He finds a beautiful bride.
(c) He is taken in by his long lost aunt.
(d) He wanders around and falls asleep in the snow.

5. What is Candide's destination?
(a) Paris.
(b) England.
(c) Japan.
(d) Cadiz.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when Mr. Issachar attacks Candide?

2. After leaving the castle, where does Candide fall asleep?

3. Who is the man in black an officer for?

4. Who saves Candide from being killed by the Bulgarians?

5. What happens when Candide hears that Cunegonde is dead?

(see the answer key)

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