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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 1-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Severian hear as he executes Agilus?
(a) Agia screaming.
(b) An eagle's cry.
(c) Pure silence.
(d) A strange man yelling.

3. What has happened to the dog that Severian finds?
(a) It is lost.
(b) It has been shot.
(c) It has been dyed a different color.
(d) It has been tortured.

4. Who does Severian meet that is able to see the future?
(a) Dorcas.
(b) Jonas.
(c) Dr. Talos.
(d) The green man.

5. What do the boys swim across on their way back from the graveyard?
(a) A moat.
(b) A lake.
(c) A magical pool.
(d) A river.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Thecla's death, what is missing from the room Severian is placed in?

2. After the play, Severian falls asleep and dreams of whom?

3. How does the guild refer to the people who are sent there?

4. What gift does Severian receive before leaving the guild?

5. Master Gurloes requests that Severian assist him in what?

(see the answer key)

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