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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following characteristics describes Senator Pococurante?
(a) Cruel.
(b) Pleasant.
(c) Kind.
(d) Critical.

2. What is Pococurante's attitude toward his art collection?
(a) He thinks it is better than it really is.
(b) He does not believe that the art is as fine as Candide does.
(c) He wants to sell it and buy newer ones.
(d) He knows they are all fakes.

3. How does Candide finally get out of the country in Chapter 19?
(a) On a German ship bound for England.
(b) On an Italian ship bound for Milan.
(c) On a Russian ship bound for Africa.
(d) On a French ship leaving for Bordeaux.

4. How does Pangloss wake up after being hanged?
(a) When he is being buried.
(b) When holy water is sprinkled on him.
(c) When a surgeon dissecting him begins to cut.
(d) He never wakes up after being hanged.

5. Why does Candide believe he has an advantage over Martin?
(a) He still has reason to be optimistic towards his future because of Cunégonde.
(b) He doesn't think he has an advantage over Martin.
(c) He has more education than Martin.
(d) He is more realistic about the future.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character believes "God has forsaken Earth and it is instead controlled by something more evil"?

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

3. What information does Pococurante think would be useful in scientific academy volumes?

4. What happens when Candide goes to the court to report the captain who stole his sheep and riches?

5. What do Candide and Martin do when they first get to Venice?

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