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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 125 - 138.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the girl's face in Zelis' story?
(a) It is burned.
(b) It is cut.
(c) Nothing happens.
(d) It has too much makeup.

2. What is Usbek surprised with in Italy?
(a) The taste of wine.
(b) Democracy.
(c) Women's freedom.
(d) The low amount of eunuchs.

3. What answer does Usbek give to the central question of letter 114?
(a) Too many kingdoms.
(b) Not enough shade.
(c) Not enough roads.
(d) Slave trade.

4. What does the Mullah advise Usbek to refer to to find answers to his questions in letter 17?
(a) The Mullah's book.
(b) The Qur'an.
(c) The Bible.
(d) Traditions of the Doctors.

5. What letter does Rica say is causing confusion at the university he visits in letter 106?
(a) B.
(b) Q.
(c) W.
(d) G.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Usbek's house located?

2. How long has Usbek been in Paris by the time he sends letter 22?

3. Who is trying to steal Zephis's slave?

4. What king died according to letter 122?

5. According to Rica, what do the French prefer to follow when it comes to fashion?

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