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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Finish the sentence: "I am not in danger..."
(a) "...only near to the Void."
(b) "... only near to Death."
(c) "...only near to God."
(d) "...only alone."

2. What image does the Chorus keep referring to in their speech as Thomas Beckett is killed?
(a) Light.
(b) Dark.
(c) Blood.
(d) War.

3. What part of the Knights' claim does Beckett doubt to be true?
(a) That the King sent them.
(b) That they will realy try to kill him.
(c) That he is prideful.
(d) That his crimes are true.

4. What important message does the Messenger convey to the Priests?
(a) The Archbishop has left France.
(b) The Pope has excommunicated the King
(c) The Archbishop has arrived at the city.
(d) The King has ordered the execution of Thomas Becket.

5. What is not one of the things the Knights ask Thomas Beckett to do?
(a) Sever all ties with the Pope and the French King.
(b) Restore money to the King.
(c) Renew his allegience to the King.
(d) Absolve those he excommunicated.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Beckett demand of the Priests?

2. Why does Beckett tell the people that he may never preach to them again?

3. How does the Second Tempter claim real power is purchased?

4. What does Beckett ask the audience to remember about Christmas mass?

5. What is one thing the Third Tempter and his party want from Beckett?

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