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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. In Book II, Stanza 1, what does the narrator say Maldoror is for the reader?
(a) A censure.
(b) A warning.
(c) A friend.
(d) A creature.

2. In Book II, Stanza 6, where does Maldoror find the boy who is thinking about heaven?
(a) At school.
(b) On a bench.
(c) At a store.
(d) In his home.

3. Why does the narrator decide to stop writing Book II?
(a) He wants a break.
(b) He is traveling abroad.
(c) He is afraid of Maldoror.
(d) The story is over.

4. In Book II, Stanza 12, what does Maldoror say he realized about praying as a child?
(a) It was just a way to stay calm.
(b) He was only following orders.
(c) He couldn't remember them.
(d) It could be of no use.

5. In Book II, Stanza 2, how does the narrator describe God's treatment?
(a) Kind.
(b) Shameless.
(c) Cruel.
(d) Complicated.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Book I, Stanza 4, what does the narrator say about the purpose of this poem?

3. In Book II, Stanza 5, what does Maldoror remember the little girl asking him?

4. In Book II, Stanza 13, who does Maldoror find that he feels is just like him?

5. To what does the grave-digger say his occupation is tied?

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