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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Thirteenth Notebook, Venezuela.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why has Papillon decided to begin a new escape plan?
(a) The old warden is gone.
(b) The weather is more favorable.
(c) He wants to return to Curacao.
(d) He is feeling healthy again.

2. In what year is Papillon transferred to another island?
(a) 1941.
(b) 1952.
(c) 1937.
(d) 1964.

3. Why does Papillon try to learn all he can about the bagne?
(a) So he can make drawings of it.
(b) So that he can write a book.
(c) So he can tell his wife about it.
(d) So he will be better prepared to escape.

4. What is Papillon's sole concern after being rescued by the torpedo ship?
(a) That he will be returned to Devil's Island.
(b) That he will be forced to join the army.
(c) That he will be returned to France and face trial.
(d) He won't be able to choose where he lives.

5. Which prisoner breaks his leg in the escape?
(a) Maturette.
(b) Clousiot.
(c) Papillon.
(d) Julot.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Papillon think it would be wrong to punish him for trying to escape?

2. How many years of solitary confinement do Papillon, Maturette and Clousiot receive when they return to the bagne?

3. Why is Papillon saddled with the mentally and physically challenged man?

4. From whom does Papillon receive a note in "En Route to the Bagne"?

5. What assistance does Trinidad's navy offer to Papillon and Maturette?

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