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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one way that Beckett defines peace?
(a) The kingdom of England at peace with its neighbors.
(b) The entire world at peace with no war in sight.
(c) The people of Canterbury at peace with their fate.
(d) The Pope at peace with the King.

2. Who is the only one who can bring Beckett peace?
(a) The Knights.
(b) The Tempters..
(c) The Chorus.
(d) God.

3. From what Gospel does Beckett quote in the opening of his sermon?
(a) Genesis
(b) Luke
(c) John
(d) Michael

4. After the first scene featuring the three Priests, the Chorus speaks again. What do they wish the Archbishop to do?
(a) Turn the wheel.
(b) Bless them.
(c) Make peace with the King.
(d) Return to France.

5. What image does the Chorus keep referring to in their speech as Thomas Beckett is killed?
(a) Dark.
(b) Light.
(c) War.
(d) Blood.

Short Answer Questions

1. Beckett believes he has already conquered the beasts; how will he have his final triumph?

2. What does the Chorus continue to reference in the speech that begins, "I have smelt them, the death-bringers..."

3. What Biblical quote does Beckett repeat?

4. How does the structure of the dialogue change during Becket's first temptation?

5. How does the Second Tempter claim real power is purchased?

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