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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Death of Judas by Paul Claudel.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where was "Minuet" first published?
(a) Almanach des Muses.
(b) Le Gaulois.
(c) L'Infini.
(d) Journal des débats.

2. According to the editor, what role does Maupassant play as a writer?
(a) Conteur-observer and storyteller.
(b) Moralist.
(c) Guichets mythe or myth teller.
(d) Fabricator.

3. What is the prophecy that Julian's mother hears about her son's future?
(a) He will kill her.
(b) He will be a saint.
(c) He will kill his father and marry her.
(d) He will be a great war hero.

4. According to "Minuet", what is the most violent loss a man can feel?
(a) The loss of his wife.
(b) The loss of a child.
(c) The loss of a mother.
(d) The loss of a father.

5. Where does Julian make a name for himself while away from home?
(a) Africa.
(b) America.
(c) Asia.
(d) Europe.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the editor, what did Claudel never make to his public?

2. Why does Judas say he did what he did to Jesus?

3. What does Desplein answer when his student questions his belief and actions?

4. How many times a year does Desplein attend church?

5. In what year was "Mort de Judas" published?

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