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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Emmie leaves his cell, what does Cincinnatus start philosophizing about in his pile of books?
(a) A collection of newspaper clippings.
(b) A large hardcover volume missing the rest of the set.
(c) A small pamphlet.
(d) An old magazine.

2. What special item has Cincinnatus asked for?
(a) A new suit of clothes.
(b) A mirror and shaving kit.
(c) A pocketwatch.
(d) A tub to bathe in.

3. What metaphor does Cincinnatus use for trying to find the essence of what he wants to say?
(a) Digging down into the ground to try to uncover roots.
(b) Searching through a forest for a vanishing figure.
(c) Trying to capture the ash as it flies up in the flame.
(d) Groping in the sand beneath the water for something shiny.

4. Where is Cincinnatus during his meeting with Pierre the day after Marthe's first visit?
(a) On his floor.
(b) On his table.
(c) On his cot.
(d) On his chair.

5. What is Cincinnatus's lawyer looking for when he visits Cincinnatus?
(a) The lawyer is looking for his reading glasses.
(b) The lawyer is looking for his cufflink.
(c) The lawyer is looking for his library card.
(d) The lawyer is looking for his pen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What unnatural event from Cincinnatus' childhood does he describe?

2. What does the director say to Cincinnatus after the meeting with Pierre?

3. What reason does Cincinnatus give Emmie that proves to him that everyone is talking about the date of his execution?

4. What is Marthe holding when she meets with Cincinnaus?

5. What scent does Rodrig spray around the cell?

(see the answer key)

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