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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 16-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. By what is Severian pulled from the water?
(a) By his leg.
(b) By his arm.
(c) By his hair.
(d) By his waist.

2. What is Severian given by the man he saves?
(a) An evil gemstone.
(b) A book.
(c) A gold coin.
(d) A sword.

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

4. How does Severian travel across the river on his way to find the avern?
(a) He swims.
(b) By ferry.
(c) On a large serpent.
(d) On horseback.

5. What will Severian's new position be following Thecla's death?
(a) Guild Master.
(b) Master Torturer.
(c) He will no longer have a position.
(d) Executioner.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the story Severian tells about his adventure as a boy. Where are Severian and the other boys?

2. What happens to Severian in the water when he tries to free himself?

3. Whose office is Severian taken to after Thecla's death?

4. What does Thecla hope for while she is imprisoned?

5. What does the the priestess look at to determine if Severian is guilty of stealing the Claw?

(see the answer key)

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