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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 7-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Severian think he hears outside his door just after he has become a journeyman torturer?
(a) Vodalus.
(b) Master Malrubius.
(c) Dorcas.
(d) Thecla.

2. Where do the boys hide when they hear a commotion?
(a) Behind thick bushes.
(b) In a tree.
(c) Behind the tombstones.
(d) Inside an empty grave.

3. How is Thecla treated during her imprisonment?
(a) She is isolated from all contact.
(b) She is kept in the dark with no water.
(c) She is beaten and tortured frequently.
(d) With special consideration.

4. At the beginning of Part 1, Chapter 7, who tells Severian to take the books to the end cell?
(a) Agia.
(b) Vodalus.
(c) Drotte.
(d) Triskele.

5. Apprentices under the age of 18 aren't allowed to have what?
(a) Books.
(b) Pets.
(c) Money.
(d) Cloaks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the lover of Thecla's sister?

2. Who sent the people to the guild?

3. What does Thecla know her sister will never do?

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

5. What will happen to Severian if he tries to leave the room he is placed in following Thecla's death?

(see the answer key)

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