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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 24, 25 and 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Conchis experience the joys of simple sensation?
(a) When he returned safely from the battles.
(b) When he watched his friends die.
(c) When he was wounded in battle.
(d) When he posed as a corpse.

2. How does Mitford describe life on the island to Nicholas?
(a) Dull.
(b) Surprising.
(c) Regimented.
(d) Ever-changing.

3. How does Conchis get Nicholas to play?
(a) Forces.
(b) Begs,
(c) Bullies.
(d) Manipulates.

4. What does Nicholas first think that Conchis may be concealing?
(a) An unstable relative.
(b) Nazi war criminals.
(c) The true story of his time in Germany.
(d) A daughter, wife or mistress.

5. Which of the following describes the character of Miftord?
(a) Empathetic but rigid.
(b) Resigned and lacking life.
(c) Patient and understanding teacher.
(d) Stiffly mannered soldier.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following best describes the song Nicholas heard when he was going to commit suicide?

2. What does Conchis invite Nicholas to do?

3. What causes Nicholas to flee in a fearful panic after his nap?

4. What does Nicholas do when he returns to his room instead of preparing to sleep?

5. How does Nicholas feel as he and Alison break up?

(see the answer key)

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