Candide Quiz

What is Voltaire's writing style in Candide?

• Romanticism and symbolism

• Gothic and horror

• Satire and irony

• Realism and naturalism

Name one theme explored in Candide.

• Optimism

• Romanticism

• Realism

• Pessimism

Where does Candide's journey begin?

• Paris

• London

• Vienna

• Westphalia

What is the main philosophy that Candide holds?

• pessimism

• realism

• nihilism

• optimism

How would you describe Voltaire's writing style in Candide?

• Satirical and ironic

• Humorous and light-hearted.

• Serious and philosophical.

• Romantic and sentimental.

What are some of the themes present in Candide?

• Pessimism, the nature of evil, the sincerity of religion, and the usefulness of philosophical speculation.

• Pessimism, the nature of good, the sincerity of religion, and the usefulness of philosophical speculation.

• Optimism, the nature of evil, the hypocrisy of religion, and the futility of philosophical speculation.

• Optimism, the nature of good, the sincerity of religion, and the usefulness of philosophical speculation.

Where does Candide travel to during his journey?

• Westphalia, Holland, Portugal, Paraguay, El Dorado, and Constantinople

• Scotland, Ireland, Australia, Canada, India, and China.

• Germany, Belgium, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Turkey.

• France, England, Spain, Italy, Russia, and Greece.

What challenges does Candide face during his journey?

• Candide faces financial difficulties, illness, and betrayal.

• Candide faces expulsion, natural disasters, captivity, war, and personal tragedies.

• Candide faces loneliness, cultural misunderstandings, and lost opportunities.

• Candide faces corruption, deception, and moral dilemmas.

What is the significance of Candide's optimism in the story?

• Candide's optimism is a symbol of his ignorance and gullibility.

• Candide's optimism serves as a satirical critique of the philosophy of optimism.

• Candide's optimism is a source of constant disappointment and disillusionment.

• Candide's optimism represents a naive and unrealistic view of the world.

How does Voltaire use satire in Candide?

• Voltaire uses satire to criticize various aspects of society.

• Voltaire uses satire to ignore various aspects of society.

• Voltaire uses satire to promote various aspects of society.

• Voltaire uses satire to praise various aspects of society.