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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What would Beckett have the congregation do?
(a) Remember his words.
(b) Avenge his death.
(c) Forget his words.
(d) See the light.

2. What is the feeling of the general public in regard to the Archbishop's return?
(a) Enthusiasm.
(b) Fear.
(c) Indifference.
(d) Apprehension.

3. According to Beckett, what can mankind not bear much of?
(a) Love.
(b) Reality.
(c) War.
(d) Lies.

4. What group of people does the Chorus consist of?
(a) The Ghosts of Canterbury.
(b) The Poor of Canterbury.
(c) The Hand of God.
(d) The Women of Canturbury.

5. How does the Second Tempter claim real power is purchased?
(a) At price of a certain submission.
(b) At price of his devotion to God.
(c) At price of an uncertain quantity.
(d) At price of his immortal soul.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the First Priest believe was Becket's character flaw that ultimately brought an end to his friendship with the King?

3. In what year does the Interlude take place?

4. What does Beckett call his congregation?

5. What would be the most likely reaction of the Canterbury people that this is Beckett's last sermon?

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