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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the old woman and her mother were in route to Gaeta, what did the soldiers aboard the ship do when they were attacked by pirates?
(a) Killed the pirates.
(b) Prayed.
(c) Hid behind the women.
(d) Jumped to their deaths.

2. How long has the agreement between Don Issachar and the Grand Inquisitor been in effect?
(a) A year.
(b) A month.
(c) Six months.
(d) Two weeks.

3. Who arranged the auto-da-fé, which results in the hanging of Pangloss?
(a) The Baron.
(b) Candide.
(c) The Grand Inquisitor.
(d) Mr. Issachar.

4. How do the survivors in Lisbon wet their bread?
(a) With their blood.
(b) With wine.
(c) With their tears.
(d) With milk.

5. What trade does Jacques teach Candide?
(a) Baking.
(b) Candle making.
(c) Woodworking.
(d) Fabric making.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who develops a solution to prevent further earthquakes?

2. What natural event destroys the city of Lisbon?

3. How does Candide justify the murders he committed?

4. How is Candide punished as a prisoner in Lisbon?

5. How do the men help train Candide to be a stronger soldier?

(see the answer key)

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