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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Becket say may have intercepted his letters and planned his demise?
(a) The King of France.
(b) Rebellious bishops.
(c) Greedy merchants.
(d) King Henry II.

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

3. What does the Second Tempter tell Beckett he will be like if he continues on course?
(a) An old fox, circled with hounds.
(b) An old dog, circled with wolves.
(c) An old stag, circled with hounds.
(d) A young doe, circled with wolves.

4. What does Beckett claim the Fourth Tempter offers?
(a) Promises of Nothing.
(b) Dreams to Damnation.
(c) Hopes that Die.
(d) An End to Suffering.

5. How does the Chorus describe itself?
(a) Small folk.
(b) Poor folk.
(c) Lonely folk.
(d) Representative of all people of Canterbury.

Short Answer Questions

1. What important message does the Messenger convey to the Priests?

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

3. Fill in the blank: "I leave you to the pleasure of your __________, Which will have to be paid for at ______________."

4. Why is the fourth visitor the most successful Tempter?

5. According to the Chorus, what does the Archbishop bring into Canterbury?

(see the answer key)

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