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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the solution which is developed to prevent further earthquakes?
(a) The sacrifice of twenty virgins.
(b) Building away from fault lines.
(c) A ceremony in which people are burned to death.
(d) The placement of secure structures where the earthquake struck.

2. In the war when thousands of men are killed, what does it cause Candide to do?
(a) Hide.
(b) Become brave.
(c) Switch sides.
(d) Learn to fight.

3. Who is this Grand Inquisitor?
(a) The man who ordered the attack on the Baron's castle.
(b) The man who once gave Candide a meal.
(c) The man who arranged the auto-da-fe in Lisbon.
(d) The man who helped Candide get to Holland.

4. Which of the following weapons is not used by the Bulgarians during their battles?
(a) Hatchets.
(b) Bayonets.
(c) Muskets.
(d) Cannons.

5. What happens after Candide gives away his coins in Chapter 4?
(a) The soldier curses him.
(b) The beggar gives him a hug.
(c) The hungry child kicks him.
(d) The fruit vender cheats him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Candide not know anything about his protector in Chapter 7?

2. Why does Candide not act on his crush on Cunégonde?

3. What happens the morning after Candide's rescue?

4. What is the result of Candide and Cunegonde getting caught behind the screen in Chapter 1?

5. Who discovers Cunegonde and Candide behind the screen attempting Dr. Pangloss' experiment?

(see the answer key)

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