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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What doesn't the Third Priest see in "the art of temporal government?"
(a) Intrigue.
(b) Duplicity.
(c) Frequent Malversation.
(d) Violence.

2. What is NOT one of the things that Beckett says they rejoice in?
(a) Christ coming for the salvation of men.
(b) The sacrifice of Christ for our sins.
(c) The Christmas pageant.
(d) Taking Communion.

3. What may be one of the reasons for this sermon?
(a) To make the congregation sad.
(b) To help him forgivethe King.
(c) To frighten his followers into submission.
(d) To explain his actions to himself and his followers.

4. Out of the following choices, which would be the least likely reason behind the sermon?
(a) To celebrate martyrdom.
(b) To submit to the Tempters.
(c) To help define peace for his congregation.
(d) To prepare his followers for his death.

5. What is another observation Beckett has about his approaching murder?
(a) His murder will shock the world.
(b) He may not be the last martyr.
(c) He will be the first martyr of Canterbury.
(d) His death will shame the King.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the leader of the group?

2. What is an effective speaking tool that Beckett uses in his speech?

3. What idea does the Fourth Tempter repeat that Beckett voiced on his first entrance?

4. What does Becket claim is the "substance of our first act?"

5. In the opening of the Interlude, how does Beckett describe his sermon to the audience?

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