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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Death of Judas by Paul Claudel.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the specialty of the Apostles in "The Death of Judas"?
(a) To limit self-sacrifice.
(b) To keep Jesus from harm.
(c) To make Jesus known everywhere.
(d) To perform miracles.

2. What does Desplein claim the human body lacks?
(a) A memory.
(b) A heart.
(c) An ethical mind.
(d) A soul.

3. According to the talking animal's prophecy, who will Julian kill?
(a) His parents.
(b) His father.
(c) His son.
(d) His mother.

4. Who are Julian's parents in "The Legend of St. Julian Hospitaler"?
(a) A Baron and Barroness.
(b) A peasant couple.
(c) A Lord and Lady of a castle.
(d) A King and Queen.

5. Where does Julian make a name for himself while away from home?
(a) Africa.
(b) America.
(c) Europe.
(d) Asia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What story made Judas want to hide?

2. What does Desplein answer when his student questions his belief and actions?

3. What was the basis of the poem that admitted Judas to the Sanhedrin?

4. Who does Jean Bridelle meet in the garden?

5. How does Desplein describe himself when his student questions him about attending mass?

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