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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 16-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Severian decide to do before completing his challenge?
(a) Give his sword to Agilus.
(b) Eat.
(c) Nap for strength.
(d) Pray.

2. What frightens the driver of Severian's carriage on his way to find the avern?
(a) Severian's mask.
(b) Severian's eyes.
(c) Severian's sword.
(d) The gemstone.

3. What does a journeyman torturer wear as part of his uniform?
(a) A badge.
(b) A red cloak.
(c) A bone mask and black cloak.
(d) A feathered mask.

4. After Thecla's death, what is missing from the room Severian is placed in?
(a) Windows.
(b) Guards.
(c) A door.
(d) Locks.

5. Where is Severian sent to fetch books from?
(a) The school master.
(b) The guild office.
(c) The library.
(d) The secret mausoleum.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Thecla treated during her imprisonment?

2. Where do the boys intend to go when they leave the graveyard?

3. What do the boys swim across on their way back from the graveyard?

4. What does Thecla know her sister will never do?

5. What confuses Severian about the challenge he is issued?

(see the answer key)

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