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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel, Chapter 5, Marguerite, and Chapter 6, An Exquisite of '92.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How soon does Andrew think the Comtesse will have what she wants in England?
(a) 1 month.
(b) 1 year.
(c) 1 week.
(d) 1 Fortnight.

2. What is a scarlet pimpernel?
(a) A flower.
(b) A weapon.
(c) A ship.
(d) A creed.

3. How does the Scarlet Pimpernel get by the favorite guard in France?
(a) Makes fun of the Scarlet Pimpernel.
(b) Pretends a passenger has the plague.
(c) Hides in a casket.
(d) Flirts with the guard.

4. How is the Comtesse's son left feeling after his first encounter with Lord Blakeney?
(a) Adored.
(b) Humiliated.
(c) Respectful.
(d) Angry.

5. Who is imprisoned by the new government in France?
(a) The Republic officials.
(b) The board of trustees.
(c) The King and Queen.
(d) The Ambassador of France.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the man called the Scarlet Pimpernel decide to do about the Revolution in France?

2. What does Lord Blakeney do when he enters the room?

3. Who does the Comtesse's son say is most bitter against aristocrats in France?

4. What is left every time a fugitive is rescued?

5. What is the sad fact Andrew learns about Lord Blakeney's wife?

(see the answer key)

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