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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose execution do Candide and Martin witness in England?
(a) A governor.
(b) A prisoner.
(c) A shopkeeper.
(d) An admiral.

2. In what city do Martin and Candide land in England?
(a) Dover.
(b) Portsmouth.
(c) London.
(d) York.

3. What does Candide consider the only thing he has really lost?
(a) His virtue.
(b) His 100 red sheep.
(c) His mind.
(d) Cunégonde.

4. What does Candide ask Martin when the shore of France comes into sight from their ship?
(a) If Martin has ever seen France.
(b) If Martin would like to find some French women.
(c) If Martin likes to eat French food.
(d) If Martin will be leaving him in France.

5. How long do Candide and Cacambo stay in the palace?
(a) One month.
(b) Two months.
(c) One year.
(d) Six weeks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Candide decide to purchase a farm?

2. On which of the following things does Candide not complement Senator Pococurante?

3. What happens after Candide stabs Cunégonde's brother?

4. What does the philosopher say the King never worries about when he sends a ship to Egypt?

5. According to Cacambo, where is Cunégonde?

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