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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 53-76.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Verence II achieve kingship of Lancre?
(a) Family connections.
(b) He buys it.
(c) By conquering the land.
(d) By forming a pact with the witches.

2. Why is midnight a bad time to challenge another witch?
(a) It is too dark.
(b) You might wake up the neighbours.
(c) Almost anyone can be a witch at midnight.
(d) The moon weakens a witch's powers.

3. What advantage does Verence II have over other rulers?
(a) He does not bother himself with the welfare of the kingdom.
(b) He is very clever.
(c) He knows nothing about how to be a ruler.
(d) He is a fast reader.

4. Why has Granny Weatherwax not had any sleep?
(a) The unicorn neighed loudly all night.
(b) She was concocting a plan to beat Diamanda.
(c) She was up at the stones.
(d) She was worried about her impending death.

5. Why might the horse be a good one?
(a) It is young.
(b) It makes no sound.
(c) It is so obedient.
(d) It has a soft coat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What composes Discworld's core?

2. Why does Nanny Ogg think of Magrat's wedding date?

3. What is special about the blacksmiths in Lancre?

4. How do the wizards entertain themselves during the coach ride?

5. Where does this story start?

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