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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what mode of transport do Malcolm, Lyra, and Alice escape from Gerard's pursuit?
(a) Raft.
(b) Rowboat.
(c) Kayak.
(d) Canoe.

2. The title of Chapter 13 includes a reference to what meaty substance?
(a) Salami.
(b) Meatballs.
(c) Goose liver pate.
(d) Bologna.

3. Who rushes in to report that men have come to take Lyra away?
(a) Sister Francine.
(b) Sister Marie.
(c) Sister Fenella.
(d) Sister Benedicta.

4. How old is Malcolm, the protagonist of the novel Book of Dust?
(a) 14.
(b) 8.
(c) 20.
(d) 11.

5. When Eric tells Malcolm that he has to be "suitable" (109), what word does he really mean to use?
(a) Suited.
(b) Sued.
(c) Sable.
(d) Subtle.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who rips up the Office of Child Protection warrant in an attempt to keep Lyra from being taken?

2. At whose request had someone brought Malcolm's canoe back to him, according to the contents of Chapter 12?

3. What two groups of people does Malcolm try to warn about the impending catastrophe in Chapter 14?

4. In what way is Malcolm's canoe NOT improved during its period of refurbishment?

5. To whom does Coram write a letter in Chapter 5?

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