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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The English Pupil.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Carl Linnaeus do for a living before he retired?
(a) He was a scientist.
(b) He was a doctor.
(c) All of the answers are true.
(d) He was a teacher.

2. What is Richard's reaction to the social upheavals at the university where he teaches?
(a) He is invigorated by them.
(b) He is confused by them.
(c) He is frightened by them.
(d) He is apathetic to them.

3. How old was Tati when he died?
(a) 65.
(b) 45.
(c) 75.
(d) 55.

4. Which of the following facts does Linnaeus struggle to remember about his daughter, Sophia?
(a) Whether or not she is married.
(b) Whether or not she is alive
(c) How many children she has.
(d) What she does for a living.

5. What country did Sebastian Dunitz immigrate from?
(a) Venezuela.
(b) Portugal.
(c) Germany.
(d) Spain.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what country were Antonia's parents born?

2. When Linnaeus reaches his estate, what is the one thing he wished he had to complete the ambiance in the room?

3. In which country is Linnaeus' favorite estate located?

4. Which adjective best describes Linnaeus' oldest son, Carl Jr.?

5. What is significant about the man known as The English Pupil?

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