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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Beckett feel about martyrs?
(a) He is apathetic about them.
(b) He is confused by them.
(c) He fears them.
(d) He admires them.

2. Who does the Third Tempter represent?
(a) English barons.
(b) The People of Canterbury.
(c) The King.
(d) English Merchants.

3. What, according to the First Tempter, "should be more than biting Time can sever?"
(a) Loyalty.
(b) Friendship.
(c) Death.
(d) Hope.

4. What is it that the Second Tempter offers Becket?
(a) A new life.
(b) A new love.
(c) The English throne.
(d) His former political position.

5. What is the last word of the Interlude?
(a) God.
(b) Amen.
(c) Canterbury.
(d) Peace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is another way Beckett refuses to define a martyr?

2. What Biblical quote does Beckett repeat?

3. Who was NOT mentioned in Beckett's sermon?

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

5. What is NOT one of the things that Beckett says they rejoice in?

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