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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is an effective speaking tool that Beckett uses in his speech?
(a) Hyperbole.
(b) Repetition.
(c) Alliteration.
(d) Tears.

2. According to the information in the opening monologue, how many years have passed since the Archbishop has left the city?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Twenty.
(c) Five.
(d) Seven.

3. What does the First Priest believe was Becket's character flaw that ultimately brought an end to his friendship with the King?
(a) Laziness.
(b) Self-loathing.
(c) Cowardliness.
(d) Pride.

4. What is NOT a reason that Beckett gives for God choosing to have martyrs?
(a) To being mankind back to His ways.
(b) To lead them.
(c) To warn them.
(d) To instill fear in them.

5. Fill in the blank: "I leave you to the pleasure of your __________, Which will have to be paid for at ______________."
(a) higher vices; higher prices.
(b) life; your strife.
(c) piety; reckoning.
(d) lies; the end.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. After the first scene featuring the three Priests, the Chorus speaks again. What do they wish the Archbishop to do?

3. Why does Beckett believe we should celebrate martyrs?

4. What character(s) opens the play with the first monologue?

5. What is the best way to describe what Beckett seems to feel for his congregation?

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