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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the young man from the old woman's recollection in Chapter 12 promise the captive princess?
(a) He would find an Italian nobleman to rescue her
(b) He would see her safely back to Italy.
(c) He would keep her hidden in his house in Morocco.
(d) He would help her get away to Cairo.

2. How many sheep are left one hundred days after Candide and Cacambo leave Eldorado?
(a) Ten.
(b) One hundred.
(c) Two.
(d) Fifty.

3. How much of Lisbon is destroyed by the earthquake?
(a) Half of it.
(b) Three quarters of it.
(c) All of it.
(d) One quarter of it.

4. What happens after Candide gives away his coins in Chapter 4?
(a) The soldier curses him.
(b) The hungry child kicks him.
(c) The beggar gives him a hug.
(d) The fruit vender cheats him.

5. How does Cunegonde's brother react to Candide's plan to marry Cunegonde?
(a) He is indifferent because of his priestly position.
(b) He is not pleased with the idea.
(c) He is delighted that she will marry someone from Westphalia.
(d) He is surprised Candide will marry damaged goods.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Holland, who is Candide happy to meet up with again?

2. Why is Candide kicked out of the castle?

3. What does Candide give the beggar when he sees him on the street?

4. What choice is Candide given for his punishment by the Bulgarians?

5. Why is the Bicayan arrested in Chapter 6?

(see the answer key)

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