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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 7-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The liquid in the bottle is made from an animal that eats what?
(a) Dead human flesh.
(b) Algae.
(c) Averns.
(d) Dragon flesh.

2. What does one of the men who captured Severian and Jonas accidentally kill himself with?
(a) An avern.
(b) Severian's sword.
(c) The Claw.
(d) A crossbow.

3. When Severian and Dorcas come upon Dr. Talos and Baldanders performing a play, how does Dr. Talos introduce them to the crowd?
(a) Mr. and Mrs. Death.
(b) Our dear friends Dorcas and Severian.
(c) Love and Anger have arrived.
(d) Death and Innocence have arrived.

4. What is Master Gurloes' position in the guild?
(a) Main torturer.
(b) Judge.
(c) Secretary.
(d) Head of the guild.

5. What does Severian's challenger claim after Severian is struck with the avern?
(a) Severian's position in the guild.
(b) Severian's first born child.
(c) That it was an accident.
(d) Severian's possessions.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Thecla treated during her imprisonment?

2. What does a journeyman torturer wear as part of his uniform?

3. Where does Vodalus tell Severian he can find Dorcas?

4. Severian believes that going over the process of the execution with Agilus will help give him what?

5. What do people ask Severian to put on their handkerchiefs on the day of Agilus' execution?

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