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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1: The Colour of Magic, pp. 33-41.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the researchers initially conduct their research regarding the great turtle?
(a) They use video footage.
(b) They use listening devices.
(c) They conduct seismic studies.
(d) They lower researchers over the Edge.

2. What does Twoflower's black book do?
(a) Provides predictions for the future.
(b) Tells Twoflower what to say.
(c) Provides monetary conversation rates.
(d) Tells Twoflower travel ratings.

3. What is the researchers' instrument made out of?
(a) Gold.
(b) Nickel.
(c) Silver.
(d) Brass.

4. What is the name of the alternate world the story is set in?
(a) Discland.
(b) Roundland.
(c) Discworld.
(d) Roundworld.

5. What does the Grand Vizier prefer?
(a) Ambition.
(b) Order.
(c) Chaos.
(d) Loyalty.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of the Prologue, who first notices smoke rising over the land?

2. What are the citizens doing to prevent the spread of the fire?

3. Who is Stren Withel?

4. What happens to Twoflower when Withel distracts Rincewind?

5. What form of currency does Twoflower use?

(see the answer key)

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