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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Artifices, The Secret Miracle.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do some lottery players protest the rules of the lottery?
(a) They feel only the rich can win.
(b) They feel the lottery is taking over their city.
(c) They do not want to wait long for the next drawing.
(d) They need food to live.

2. Where does Jaromir Hladik live?
(a) Berlin.
(b) Amsterdam.
(c) Prague.
(d) Warsaw.

3. What is the "secret miracle" that Jaromir Hladik experiences?
(a) During his execution, he is able to mentally finish his play.
(b) He is able to pretend to be dead.
(c) Lightning stirkes the executioners.
(d) The Allies arrive before the executioners can reload.

4. What nationality is Jaromir Hladik?
(a) English.
(b) Jewish.
(c) German.
(d) Dutch,

5. Why does Ireneo Funes suffer from insomnia?
(a) He is afraid of the approaching enemy.
(b) He is in constant pain.
(c) His hyper-awareness prevents him from sleeping.
(d) He wants to live every moment.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Jaromir Hladik's unfinished play?

2. What does Jaromir Hladik hear in a dream?

3. Who is the narrator of "The Babylon Lottery"?

4. How does Ireneo Funes die?

5. What is the Company?

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