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

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

3. Why is the fourth visitor the most successful Tempter?
(a) He makes peace between Beckett and the King.
(b) He helps Beckett find peace.
(c) He voices Beckett's own desires.
(d) He represents the people.

4. At what time of day does the sermon take place?
(a) Midnight.
(b) Evening.
(c) Afternoon.
(d) Morning.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. "The wheel" is spoken of time and time again. In one instance Becket says that "Only the fool, fixed in his folly, may think he can turn the wheel on which he turns." What is the idea of a wheel supposed to symbolize?

2. What does the Third Tempter believe upon his arrival?

3. What is not one of the topics of Beckett's sermon in the Interlude?

4. Where is the Interlude set?

5. How does the Second Tempter claim real power is purchased?

(see the answer key)

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