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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 16-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Severian and Jonas given when they leave Vodalus' camp?
(a) A bottle of animal elixir.
(b) Two horses.
(c) A map.
(d) A bag of money.

2. What does Severian throw a coin into while in the House of Absolute?
(a) A beggar's can.
(b) A fountain.
(c) A large vase in the entry hall.
(d) A bowl of water on the altar.

3. While escaping from the prison in the House of Absolute, Severian and Jonas find a room with what in it?
(a) Dead guards.
(b) Weapons.
(c) A pile of treasure.
(d) Mirrors.

4. What is Dorcas unable to remember?
(a) Her name.
(b) Her child's name.
(c) Severian's name.
(d) Anything before she is dragged from the river.

5. What is Master Gurloes' position in the guild?
(a) Judge.
(b) Main torturer.
(c) Secretary.
(d) Head of the guild.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Severian's challenger?

2. What confuses Severian about the challenge he is issued?

3. What does Severian lose during his struggle in the cave?

4. How is Agilus executed?

5. What happens to Severian in the water when he tries to free himself?

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