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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What makes Everyman hesitate to do his penance?
(a) Fellowship warned him about it
(b) It will take a long time
(c) Death is a part of it
(d) It will be painful

2. Who does God say people on earth are trying to help?
(a) Themselves
(b) Their neighbors
(c) Their families
(d) All of the above

3. Who does the messenger talk to at the beginning of the play?
(a) Everyman
(b) God
(c) The audience
(d) Himself

4. Why is Everyman told he is wrong about the priests being above someone?
(a) They are limited
(b) They are not perfect
(c) They are mortal
(d) They are deceived

5. What helps Everyman to lose desire for something as he begins his journey?
(a) The Confession
(b) His new friends
(c) The assurance from Knowledge
(d) His broader perspective

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Everyman feel when he begins his journey?

2. Who does Everyman say the priests must be above?

3. What does Death say Everyman is living outside of?

4. When does Everyman say he will call on his new friends?

5. Who wrote this play?

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