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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 25-35.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the execution, how does the odd man in the crowd attempt to communicate with Severian?
(a) Using sign language.
(b) In Severian's native tongue.
(c) With notes written on parchment.
(d) In weird riddles.

2. What confuses Severian about the challenge he is issued?
(a) How to use a crossbow.
(b) How to make the magical bird fly.
(c) Why he can't use his sword.
(d) How to duel with a plant.

3. Who do Baldanders, Dr. Talos and Severian convince to sit with them for breakfast?
(a) Agilus.
(b) Jonas.
(c) Vodalus.
(d) A waitress.

4. What is an avern?
(a) A giant bird.
(b) A poisonous plant.
(c) An ape-like dog.
(d) A magical gemstone.

5. Who is naked and crying for Agilus in the prison?
(a) Drotte.
(b) Dorcas.
(c) Agia.
(d) Thecla.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Dorcas unable to remember?

2. What does Dr. Talos convince a waitress that she could be?

3. What kinds of weapons are carried by the person or people who attack the men in the graveyard?

4. What is the guild unable to pass on its own?

5. What is in the river that Severian crosses on his way to the avern?

(see the answer key)

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