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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book V, Stanzas 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book IV, Stanza 5, why does Maldoror say he once scalped a man?
(a) For fun.
(b) For revenge.
(c) As a message to God.
(d) As a joke.

2. Why does the toad say he hates Maldoror?
(a) Because he is evil.
(b) Because he is human.
(c) Because of his voice.
(d) Because of his pride.

3. Why does the man with webbed feet say he was trapped in a basement?
(a) Because of his brother.
(b) Because he was hiding from someone.
(c) Because of his webbed feet.
(d) Because he commited a crime.

4. In Book I, Stanza 5, what does Maldoror say differs among men?
(a) Evil.
(b) Feelings of love.
(c) Families.
(d) Motivations.

5. In Book IV, Stanza 4, what does Maldoror find in his armpit?
(a) A toad.
(b) An ant colony.
(c) A bird's nest.
(d) A rock.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Book II, Stanza 6, where does Maldoror find the boy who is thinking about heaven?

3. What vision begins the narrators rant in Book IV, Stanza 2?

4. When God passes out on earth, how do the animals react?

5. In Book IV, Stanza 4, who does Maldoror say should not be convinced to worship God?

(see the answer key)

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