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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 7-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the the priestess look at to determine if Severian is guilty of stealing the Claw?
(a) Bones of a bird.
(b) A crystal ball.
(c) His hands.
(d) His eyes.

2. How does the guild celebrate Severian becoming a journeyman torturer?
(a) They do not celebrate.
(b) By giving him many gifts, including gold.
(c) With an elaborate graduation ceremony.
(d) With a feast.

3. What kinds of weapons are carried by the person or people who attack the men in the graveyard?
(a) Crossbows.
(b) Guns.
(c) Spears.
(d) Axes.

4. What does the man in the shop offer to purchase from Severian?
(a) His magical gem.
(b) His sword.
(c) His book.
(d) His mask and cloak.

5. When he exits the caves, what does Severian have to dodge?
(a) Ape men.
(b) Arrows.
(c) Huge holes in the ground.
(d) Fire.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has become of Thecla's body?

2. When Severian and Dorcas come upon Dr. Talos and Baldanders performing a play, how does Dr. Talos introduce them to the crowd?

3. What do Dorcas and Severian see after Agilus' execution that disappears almost as soon as they spy it?

4. What does Severian keep hidden in his boot?

5. How is Agilus executed?

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