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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Beckett asks the congregation to think about the meaning of what word?
(a) God.
(b) Peace.
(c) Sacrifice.
(d) War.

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

3. What character(s) opens the play with the first monologue?
(a) The Messenger.
(b) The Chorus.
(c) The Priests.
(d) Thomas Becket.

4. How was the Tempter unsuccessful?
(a) Beckett is not dying for the King.
(b) Beckett is dying for love.
(c) Beckett is not dying for glory.
(d) Beckett chooses to live.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose words and ideas does Beckett NOT reference in his sermon?

2. How does Beckett close his sermon?

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

4. What, according to Beckett, is reenacted during Mass?

5. What is an effective speaking tool that Beckett uses in his speech?

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