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

2. What will happen to Severian if he tries to leave the room he is placed in following Thecla's death?
(a) He will be killed.
(b) Nothing.
(c) He will be blinded.
(d) He will be imprisoned for life.

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

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

5. What is the guild forbidden to have in regards to the people sent there?
(a) Mercy.
(b) Nice rooms.
(c) Joy.
(d) Prejudice.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Severian sent to fetch books from?

2. What is Severian caught by as he swims with the other boys?

3. What has happened to the dog that Severian finds?

4. Who does Severian save in the cemetery?

5. Who is hoping that Vodalus can be captured by holding and torturing Thecla?

(see the answer key)

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