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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Beckett see himself as, in reference to his definitions of martyrdom?
(a) An instrument of God.
(b) A brave man.
(c) A messenger.
(d) A simple man.

2. What ruler of England does the Second Priest refer to as "the stubborn King?"
(a) Henry II.
(b) Edward III.
(c) Richard I.
(d) James I.

3. What does Beckett ask the audience to remember about Christmas mass?
(a) Its sadness and greatness.
(b) The hope and peace it offers.
(c) The love of God.
(d) Its meaning and mystery.

4. Why does Beckett believe that the local bishops would not support a power move like regaining his Chancellorship?
(a) Because he excommunicated them.
(b) Because the Pope excommunicated Beckett.
(c) Because the Pope would not allow it.
(d) Because the King would not allow it.

5. On what date does the Interlude take place?
(a) December 30th.
(b) December 24th.
(c) December 29th.
(d) December 25th.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Beckett claim the Fourth Tempter offers?

2. Why does Beckett believe we should celebrate martyrs?

3. What is not one of the ways the Chorus, the priests and the Tempters describe an unexpected death?

4. What does the Messenger say were the last words of Thomas Becket to the King of England before the Archbishop's exile?

5. How does the Third Tempter describe himself?

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