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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Fourth Book of Pantagruel: Introduction, Prologue, To the Most Illustrious Prince, The Royal Privilege, The Prologue of the Author, and Chapters 1-5 (p. 615-680).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Gargantua's mother?
(a) Badebec
(b) Carpalim.
(c) Gargamelle.
(d) Ponocrates.

2. What gives permission to the king to print and sell Rabelais' book as written in Third Book of Pantagruel: Introduction?
(a) The King's Privilege.
(b) The King's Power.
(c) The King's Greed.
(d) The Royal Prerogative.

3. What does Panurge cease to wear in Third Book of Pantagruel: Chapter Seven?
(a) His crown.
(b) His codpiece.
(c) His helmet.
(d) His armor.

4. Who does Panurge describe at Panzoust who foretells all things to come in Third Book of Pantagruel: Chapter Fifteen?
(a) Gargantua.
(b) Carpalim.
(c) King Anarch.
(d) The Sybil.

5. What is the name of the satirical poem in Gargantua: Chapter Two?
(a) "Antidoted Bubbles."
(b) "Poison Foam."
(c) "Healthful Drink."
(d) "Dangerous Brew."

Short Answer Questions

1. What occupation does Seraphin Calobarsy hold?

2. After a journey of how many days does Panurge reach Panzoust in Third Book of Pantagruel: Chapter Seventeen?

3. What does the midwife administer to Gargantua's mother when she goes into labor?

4. Who does Pantagruel have read to the men on his ship from the books Gargantua sent while they are at sea in Fourth Book of Pantagruel: Chapter Four?

5. Who utters obscure words in Third Book of Pantagruel: Chapter Forty-five in the way of advice for Panurge?

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