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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Defined by Beckett, who was the first martyr whose sacrifice is celebrated the day after Christmas?
(a) Paul.
(b) John the Baptist.
(c) Stephen.
(d) Mary.

2. Whose idea is being echoed when Beckett talks of the promise of peace being "a disappointment and a cheat?"
(a) The Four Knights.
(b) The Four Tempters.
(c) The Three Priests.
(d) The Chorus.

3. How does the chorus define its time in Canterbury since the Archbishop left seven years previous?
(a) Living and partly suffering.
(b) Dying and partly dying.
(c) Living and partly dying.
(d) Living and partly living.

4. "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?
(a) The Past.
(b) Love.
(c) Death.
(d) Fate.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the First Tempter predict for Becket if he does not "leave well alone?"

2. How does the Fourth Tempter claim Beckett can have ultimate glory and power over the King of England?

3. What is one way that Beckett defines peace?

4. Who states that "Power is present. Holiness hereafter?"

5. Why does Beckett believe we should celebrate martyrs?

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