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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Candide sell on the old woman's advice?
(a) Diamonds.
(b) Pistols.
(c) A horse.
(d) A sword.

2. How does Candide get in trouble with the Bulgarians?
(a) He kisses one of their wives.
(b) He fails to learn how to fight.
(c) He goes for a walk.
(d) He writes a letter to Cunégonde.

3. Why does Cunégonde decide to stay with the governor?
(a) Because he is young.
(b) Because he is attractive.
(c) Because he is rich.
(d) Because he is strong.

4. Where does the old woman suggest Candide and Cunegonde go in Chapter 9?
(a) Peru.
(b) Italy.
(c) Cadiz.
(d) Egypt.

5. What is the topic of the sermon that Candide hears the man give?
(a) Forgiveness.
(b) Charity.
(c) Chastity.
(d) Vengeance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the solution which is developed to prevent further earthquakes?

2. Where does Candide walk the street and ask for charity after visiting the villages that have been pummeled?

3. To whom was the old woman betrothed?

4. What is the result of Candide and Cunegonde getting caught behind the screen in Chapter 1?

5. How do the people at the University of Coimbre decide a future earthquake can be prevented?

(see the answer key)

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