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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II, Stanzas 10-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Maldoror symbolically to heaven in the form of an octopus?
(a) To show how superior the ocean is.
(b) To prove something to mankind.
(c) To frighten the angels.
(d) To confront God.

2. In Book I, Stanza 10, who does Maldoror think will not surround him at the time of his death?
(a) Priests.
(b) Family.
(c) Friends.
(d) Animals.

3. In Book II, Stanza 11, what does Maldoror do when the angel appears?
(a) He licks the angel's face.
(b) He throws a rock at the angel.
(c) He throws a lamp at the angel.
(d) He smacks the angel.

4. What does the grave-digger say happens every night at the cemetery?
(a) Someone falls in a grave.
(b) The wind whispers prayers.
(c) The corpses rise for air.
(d) Animals howl.

5. Why does Maldoror say nature will wonder at his existence when he dies?
(a) Because he will change death.
(b) Because he violates its laws.
(c) Because he will be so old.
(d) Because he always respects nature.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book I, Stanza 5, what does Maldoror say differs among men?

2. Why does Maldoror say he believes God has a right to eat men?

3. In Book I, Stanza 6, what does Maldoror say has the sweetest taste?

4. Why does the grave-digger first say he can't speak with Maldoror?

5. What stops the narrator from writing in Book II, Stanza 2?

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