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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. At the beginning of the story Severian tells about his adventure as a boy. Where are Severian and the other boys?
(a) At the school.
(b) At the gate of the cemetery.
(c) Near the river.
(d) Hiding in a mausoleum.

2. What does Severian's challenger claim after Severian is struck with the avern?
(a) Severian's position in the guild.
(b) That it was an accident.
(c) Severian's possessions.
(d) Severian's first born child.

3. What gift does Severian receive before leaving the guild?
(a) A gem.
(b) A sword.
(c) A bag of gold coins.
(d) A crossbow.

4. Where is Severian sent to fetch books from?
(a) The library.
(b) The guild office.
(c) The school master.
(d) The secret mausoleum.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Severian sleep with before Agilus' execution?

2. At the beginning of Part 1, Chapter 7, who tells Severian to take the books to the end cell?

3. Where do the boys intend to go when they leave the graveyard?

4. What do the prisoners tell Severian and Jonas happens to the prisoners there?

5. What does Severian place on the soldier's head that brings the soldier back to life?

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