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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 16-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of the story Severian tells about his adventure as a boy. Where are Severian and the other boys?
(a) At the school.
(b) Hiding in a mausoleum.
(c) Near the river.
(d) At the gate of the cemetery.

2. What does Thecla ask the head of the guild for?
(a) Someone to come and sit with her.
(b) An elaborate meal with wine.
(c) A pen and paper.
(d) A knife.

3. The liquid in the bottle is made from an animal that eats what?
(a) Dead human flesh.
(b) Averns.
(c) Algae.
(d) Dragon flesh.

4. Apprentices under the age of 18 aren't allowed to have what?
(a) Cloaks.
(b) Money.
(c) Pets.
(d) Books.

5. What does Jonas hope to find by taking one of the portals?
(a) A way to fix himself.
(b) Dorcas.
(c) Wealth and happiness.
(d) His family.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Severian hear as he executes Agilus?

2. What part of the animal is the liquid in the bottle gathered from?

3. When a new woman is brought to the guild, to which cell is she assigned?

4. When Severian meets up with the group in the garden at the House of Absolute, who embraces him?

5. Where is Severian supposed to find Dorcas at the House of Absolute?

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