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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The English Pupil.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Johannes when he died?
(a) Ten years old.
(b) Two years old.
(c) Fifteen years old.
(d) Twenty-two years old.

2. What is Richard's prized possession?
(a) A photograph of his parents.
(b) A rusted silver spoon.
(c) A handwritten letter.
(d) A battered science book.

3. In which country is Linnaeus' favorite estate located?
(a) Norway.
(b) Sweden.
(c) Denmark.
(d) Ireland.

4. At the time of the story, which of the following is NOT true about Carl Linnaeus?
(a) He is senile.
(b) He is crippled.
(c) He is overweight.
(d) He is old.

5. What strange defect was Richard born with?
(a) A split tongue.
(b) Three nipples.
(c) Extra fingers.
(d) A conjoined twin.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes Antonia's deep depression as an adult?

2. What is the name of Linnaeus' wife?

3. To which bird does Linneaus compare his former students?

4. What fabric was used to make the suits Linnaeus remembers his students always wearing?

5. What did the neighborhood believe was Tati's motivation in the violent attack?

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