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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 do Dorcas and Severian see after Agilus' execution that disappears almost as soon as they spy it?
(a) An group of angels.
(b) A flying building.
(c) A dragon.
(d) Agilus' ghost.

2. What makes the things that attack Severian in the cave finally run in fear?
(a) The Claw.
(b) The dragon.
(c) A groaning sound.
(d) The sight of Severian's sword.

3. As Severian and Jonas travel away from Vodalus' camp, what swoops near Severian's head?
(a) A bat-like creature.
(b) Birds.
(c) Arrows.
(d) Butterflies.

4. Why does Severian say he will meet with Agilus before he executes him?
(a) He wants to tell Agilus how much he hates him.
(b) Tradition demands it.
(c) He wants to pardon Agilus.
(d) He wants to give Agilus a chance to plead his case.

5. What does Severian hear as he executes Agilus?
(a) Pure silence.
(b) An eagle's cry.
(c) Agia screaming.
(d) A strange man yelling.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has a part in a play ready for Severian when they meet in the garden at the House of Absolute?

2. What does Severian find in the water after being attacked in the cave?

3. Who sent the people to the guild?

4. While escaping from the prison in the House of Absolute, Severian and Jonas find a room with what in it?

5. What is the woman charged with whom Severian will execute?

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