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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Third Notebook, The First Cavale.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do some of the other prisoners decline Papillon's offer to escape?
(a) They want to wait for a better escape plan.
(b) They don't have the money.
(c) They are too weak.
(d) It is too risky.

2. What does Papillon realize about the boat to be used in the escape?
(a) It is not sufficient to carry them to sea.
(b) There are no oars with it.
(c) It is leaking in several places.
(d) It is white and will be spotted easily.

3. What are the people of Ile aux Pigeons careful not to do around Papillon?
(a) Tell secrets.
(b) Sing.
(c) Show money.
(d) Touch him.

4. Who is the star witness against Papillon?
(a) Polanski.
(b) Petri.
(c) Polein.
(d) Pucci.

5. What does the Bowen family tell the escapees about Trinidad?
(a) It is under Indian rule.
(b) Prisoners cannot settle there.
(c) Hurricanes are a common occurrence.
(d) Fish and fruit are plentiful for everyone.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who gives Papillon and the others the directions to Ile aux Pigeons?

2. What is the reason for gunfire in the middle of the night at the bagne?

3. What is Ile aux Pigeons?

4. Papillon learns that the convoy to which prison will leave in two days?

5. Where is Papillon when the book begins?

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