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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 strangle the child in Book I, Stanza 11?
(a) Because the mother asks him to.
(b) Because Maldoror is bored.
(c) Because the boy threatens to tell on Maldoror.
(d) Because the boy won't accept sin.

2. In Book II, Stanza 13, how does Maldoror know the man he meets is good?
(a) People smile when they see him.
(b) The sun always shines on him.
(c) Flowers sprout up around him.
(d) Birds sing around him.

3. In Book I, Stanza 6, what does Maldoror say is the "greatest happiness which can be conceived"?
(a) Being hated and loved.
(b) Being hurt and then rescued.
(c) Being a savior.
(d) Being evil and getting away with it.

4. In Book I, Stanza 11, when does Maldoror return to speak to the child?
(a) When the family is praying.
(b) After the family goes to sleep.
(c) When the child goes outside.
(d) During breakfast.

5. What does Maldoror say happens to people who keep insects as pets?
(a) It sends the wrong message to women.
(b) It wastes their money.
(c) It holds them back.
(d) It smells bad.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the boy in Book II, Stanza 6, after Maldoror talks with him about heaven?

2. What does the toad say Maldoror should do if he is so smart?

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

4. In Book II, Stanza 9, why does Maldoror say some men keep insects as pets?

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

(see the answer key)

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