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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Five, The Announcement - Inigo: Pages 107-138.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Discouraged because he can't find his father's murderer, Inigo starts to do what?
(a) Train to become a spy.
(b) Drink wine in excess.
(c) Become a menace to the villagers.
(d) Pray at every church he sees.

2. Who fishes Buttercup out of Florin Channel?
(a) The Swede.
(b) The pirate.
(c) The Turk.
(d) The Spaniard.

3. Why does the Queen speak for the King?
(a) She has never allowed him to speak his mind.
(b) He mumbles and only she can understand him sometimes.
(c) He lost his tongue in battle.
(d) The people love and respect her more.

4. Although Buttercup doesn't know it, three people in the crowd that greets her in Florin City are planning what?
(a) To overthrow the Prince.
(b) To kill her.
(c) A lavish wedding celebration for her and the Prince.
(d) A surprise birthday party for her.

5. Why did the author's son not finish reading The Princess Bride?
(a) Too difficult.
(b) No time.
(c) Too boring.
(d) No interest.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Sicilian do when he reaches the top of the Cliffs of Insanity?

2. What is the purpose of the Zoo of Death?

3. What does Buttercup say when Prince Humperdinck demands that she marry him?

4. Why does Humperdinck refuse to marry Princess Noreena?

5. Why is Westley leaving for America?

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