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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At a stream they come to in Chapter 17, what do Candide and Cacambo discover?

2. What happens to Martin as soon as he arrives in Paris for the first time?

3. How many scientists work on the machine built to carry Candide and Cacambo out of Eldorado?

4. What does Cacambo explain to Candide about what happens in Chapter 16?

5. At the end of the novel, what is the only thing that Candide decide is necessary for happiness?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay on the role of religion in CANDIDE. Was it a theme or a motif? What were the different character's takes on religion? How did religion affect the plot?

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay on accepting philosophies or religions without question. Using Candide as your example, discuss how following a charismatic leader or teacher without thinking for oneself is a bad idea. In your essay include the importance of collecting divergent ideas.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay explaining how Candide embodies or serves as a contrast to morals. Of what crimes is Candide guilty? Does he feel guilt for these crimes? How does he justify his actions? Are his justifications believable? Do we see Candide as a likable or unlikable character? Why?

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