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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Two, Chapter 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Theo say he is absolute of as he closes his diary entry in Chapter 26?
(a) The safe delivery of the baby.
(b) Dangers and horrors to come.
(c) Being found by Xan.
(d) Marrying Julian.

2. What does Theo expect in the near future as he contemplates his meeting with the SSP?
(a) He is positive the SSP have the Five Fishes, and their assassination is imminent.
(b) The SSP will visit again, and will behave far less amicably .
(c) He thinks Xan will tap his house and phone lines.
(d) The SSP will immediately inform the Council of their opinion, and Theo expects a subpoena.

3. How does the driver describe the flagellants?
(a) "A group adding nothing more than insult to injury."
(b) "A horde of vile beasts unworthy of breath."
(c) "An obnoxious reminder to our fate."
(d) "A rabble of no-hopers."

4. What is Theo's purpose for keeping a diary?
(a) It's a self-exploring, emotional release.
(b) Simply to pass the time.
(c) To recount his life for whomever may find the book.
(d) To log the second half of his life's memories for his own enjoyment later.

5. What is Theo's old driver's name?
(a) Leo.
(b) Edwin.
(c) Martin.
(d) George.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Miriam found in the car in Chapter 26?

2. For whom is there still law and order in England?

3. What is Theo's job with Xan?

4. Who beat themselves for the sin of mankind?

5. How many times does Theo lie to the State Security Police when they visit him?

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