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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is an effective speaking tool that Beckett uses in his speech?
(a) Alliteration.
(b) Repetition.
(c) Tears.
(d) Hyperbole.

2. What is one thing the Third Tempter and his party want from Beckett?
(a) The blessing of God.
(b) Money.
(c) Favor from the Church.
(d) Happiness for the People of England.

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

4. To Beckett, what is martyrdom?
(a) An act of chance.
(b) It is the result of cruel men.
(c) It is always a request of angels.
(d) It is always the design of God.

5. How does the Third Tempter describe himself?
(a) A surly English peasant
(b) A rough, straightforward Englishman.
(c) A man who is rich in spirit
(d) A rough and angry follower of the king

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Beckett believe that the local bishops would not support a power move like regaining his Chancellorship?

3. What, according to the First Tempter, "should be more than biting Time can sever?"

4. Whose idea is being echoed when Beckett talks of the promise of peace being "a disappointment and a cheat?"

5. Who does Becket say saved him from the wrath of his enemies?

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