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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

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. Papillon and his cohorts end up on the coast of which country?
(a) Panama.
(b) Venezuela.
(c) Australia.
(d) Brazil.

3. On what is Papillon working in "A Raft in a Tomb"?
(a) His next escape plan.
(b) An organic garden.
(c) Boat repairs.
(d) A prison library.

4. How long is Papillon to live in the rural area to complete his deal?
(a) One year.
(b) Four weeks.
(c) Two years.
(d) Six months.

5. What is the name of the animal that Papillon has to lead to the sea?
(a) Max.
(b) Theo.
(c) Brutus.
(d) Sam.

6. Who is the new warden now in charge of the Royale bagne?
(a) Prideux.
(b) Prouillet.
(c) Pelletier.
(d) Petit.

7. To which island is Papillon granted a transfer?
(a) Genesee.
(b) Diable.
(c) Royale.
(d) St. Croix.

8. Who is Chang's brother who helps Papillon?
(a) Chao-Chao.
(b) Chi-Chi.
(c) Cuic-Cuic.
(d) Chen-Chen.

9. The new warden tells Papillon that Papillon is to work with __________________.
(a) The buffaloes.
(b) The fishermen.
(c) The chickens.
(d) The gardeners.

10. Papillon is so affected by Carobnieri's death that he ___________________.
(a) Wants to die too.
(b) Vows to avenge Carobnieri's murder.
(c) Goes on a starvation diet.
(d) Writes a letter to Carobnieri's wife.

11. What happens to the men who killed Carobnieri?
(a) They are exiled on a raft with no supplies.
(b) They are found innocent.
(c) They are found guilty but pardoned.
(d) The prisoners kill them.

12. What is Papillon's response when three prisoners come to him with a plan for a revolt?
(a) He wants to be the leader.
(b) He wants to join in.
(c) He wants to think about it.
(d) He discourages them.

13. What is the name of the prison where Papillon and his cohorts are taken?
(a) El Dorado.
(b) El Dante.
(c) El Durand.
(d) El Diablo.

14. What does Papillon say is one of the dangers of life in prison?
(a) Alienating the guards.
(b) The cold, wet living conditions.
(c) A false sense of security.
(d) Eating rotten meat.

15. 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 returned to France and face trial.
(c) That he will be forced to join the army.
(d) He won't be able to choose where he lives.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Salvida during the escape attempt?

2. Where does the torpedo ship land?

3. Papillon points out that there are male prisoners living _______________________.

4. Who becomes Papillon's new friend at the new prison?

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

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