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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is another way Beckett defines peace?
(a) The setting sun.
(b) The swept hearth.
(c) The sleeping dog.
(d) The stillness of water.

2. Beckett believes he has already conquered the beasts; how will he have his final triumph?
(a) By destroying his fear.
(b) By winning.
(c) By living.
(d) By suffering.

3. What, according to the Second Knight, is in the English spirit?
(a) Mercy.
(b) War.
(c) Fair play.
(d) Greed.

4. From what Gospel does Beckett quote in the opening of his sermon?
(a) Genesis
(b) Michael
(c) Luke
(d) John

5. After the first scene featuring the three Priests, the Chorus speaks again. What do they wish the Archbishop to do?
(a) Bless them.
(b) Make peace with the King.
(c) Return to France.
(d) Turn the wheel.

Short Answer Questions

1. What, according to the First Tempter, "should be more than biting Time can sever?"

2. Which Knight does Beckett single out as a Traitor?

3. How many visitors did Beckett expect?

4. What is not one of the topics of Beckett's sermon in the Interlude?

5. Finish the thought of the First Tempter: "A man will often love what he ______."

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