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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Artifices, The Form of the Sword.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the narrator, what is the most important theme of "The Approach of Al-Mu'tasim"?
(a) Peace is found through humble apology.
(b) Revenge poisons the vengeful.
(c) Anger destroys the soul.
(d) The journey is more important than the destination.

2. Why does the narrator seek shelter at the Englishman's ranch?
(a) He car had a flat tire.
(b) He is running from the police.
(c) He is hiding from soldiers.
(d) He is caught in a terrible storm.

3. What fear does the protagonist of "The Circular Ruins" have for his son?
(a) He will disappear.
(b) He will discover he is the product of a dream.
(c) The gods will steal him.
(d) He will die in a fire.

4. What does Ts'ui Pen wish to create before his death?
(a) A legacy.
(b) A great sculpture.
(c) An epic poem.
(d) A great labyrinth.

5. What is the name of the god of the temple in "The Circular Ruins"?
(a) Air.
(b) Sol.
(c) Fire.
(d) Luna.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Dr. Yu Tsun shoot?

2. What does the narrator ask the Englishman after dinner?

3. From what point of view is "The Approach of Al-Mu'tasim" written?

4. Who is Richard Madden?

5. In "The Approach to Al-Mu'tasim," why does the student decide to travel the country?

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