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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1: The Colour of Magic, pp. 52-61.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the Grand Vizier of the Golden Empire?
(a) Nine Turning Mirrors.
(b) Seven Turning Mirrors.
(c) Nine Spinning Mirrors.
(d) Seven Spinning Mirrors.

2. What keeps happening every few minutes to the man on horseback who is lagging behind?
(a) The man pulls back on the reins.
(b) The horse turns the wrong way.
(c) The man falls out of the saddle.
(d) The horse simply stops.

3. Before leaving the tavern, Twoflower pulls out a small black box. What does the box contain?
(a) A small demon that draws pictures.
(b) A small flash that distracts opponents.
(c) A small princess that is held captive.
(d) A small imp that gives directions.

4. Who is Rincewind?
(a) A swordsman.
(b) A local wizard.
(c) A foreign traveler.
(d) A barbarian.

5. How do the researchers initially conduct their research regarding the great turtle?
(a) They use listening devices.
(b) They conduct seismic studies.
(c) They lower researchers over the Edge.
(d) They use video footage.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first person to notice the smoke preparing to study?

2. Who actually sets the Broken Drum on fire?

3. What happens to Twoflower when Withel distracts Rincewind?

4. After conducting their initial research, what is the key question remaining for the researchers?

5. How does the great turtle move through space?

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