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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 the name of the Third Knight?
(a) Reginald Fitz Urse.
(b) William de Traci.
(c) Richard Brito.
(d) Hugh de Morville.

2. What would Beckett have the congregation do?
(a) Avenge his death.
(b) Forget his words.
(c) See the light.
(d) Remember his words.

3. What is NOT one of the things that Beckett says they rejoice in?
(a) The Christmas pageant.
(b) The sacrifice of Christ for our sins.
(c) Taking Communion.
(d) Christ coming for the salvation of men.

4. According to Beckett, who condemned the bishops?
(a) The Pope.
(b) The Knights.
(c) The King.
(d) Himself.

5. What does the Chorus claim is their purpose in the action of the play?
(a) To warn Thomas Becket.
(b) To serve the Priests of the Cathedral.
(c) To witness the events and take no action.
(d) To prevent a murder.

Short Answer Questions

1. Out of the following choices, which would be the least likely reason behind the sermon?

2. What is the feeling of the general public in regard to the Archbishop's return?

3. What group of people does the Chorus consist of?

4. What does the Second Tempter tell Beckett he will be like if he continues on course?

5. How does the Chorus describe itself?

(see the answer key)

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