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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the Prince and the Count reach the place where Buttercup and the Man in Black have fallen down the ravine, Humperdinck notes how odd it is for such a master to flee in what?
(a) Such a hurry.
(b) A place that is so easily accessible.
(c) A ravine that leads to the Fire Swamp.
(d) A ravine that has no outlet.

2. The initials R.O.U.S. stand for what?
(a) Rodents of unusual size.
(b) Reptiles of unthinkable swiftness.
(c) Reptiles of uncommon strength.
(d) Rodents of unquestionable savageness.

3. Inigo's father is a master craftsman who makes what?
(a) Tables.
(b) Swords.
(c) Saddles.
(d) Shields.

4. When Fezzik fights professionally, he usually is what?
(a) Cheered.
(b) Booed.
(c) Let's the other guy win.
(d) Loses.

5. When Humperdinck demands that Buttercup marry him, he tells her that he doesn't want her love and will give her what?
(a) Any horse she wants.
(b) All the food she could ever want.
(c) Complete privacy.
(d) None in return.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Westley leaving for America?

2. How old is Fezzik when he has his first professional fight?

3. Who entertained the author when he was a child recovering at home?

4. When Buttercup jumps overboard into Florin Channel, someone tells her that she should beware of what?

5. How does young Buttercup like spending most of her time?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Prince Humperdinck's personality and physical attributes.

2. How does Buttercup regard her own appearance?

3. Why does Westley decide to leave Buttercup and sail to America?

4. What obstacles do Westley and Buttercup face in the Fire Swamp?

5. Why does Buttercup leave Westley and go with Humperdinck outside the Fire Swamp?

6. How does Fezzik feel when he sees the Man in Black approaching after his fight with Inigo?

7. What are the dynamics of the relationship between King Lotharon and Queen Bella?

8. How does Fezzik end up with Vizzini?

9. Does the author's account of his father reading "The Princess Bride" seem credible to him?

10. As future queen of Florin, how does Buttercup regard the people?

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