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Candide

Authored by Sarah Williams

English

10th Grade

CCSS covered

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Candide
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

According to the passage, what does analyzing point of view in Candide reveal about the narrator?

They are biased and rude towards certain characters

They have a strong knowledge of natural philosophy

They provide reliable and objective information

They are influenced by the Age of Enlightenment ideologies

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What can readers infer about the narrator's attitude towards the characters and events in Candide?

The narrator is respectful and neutral towards all characters

The narrator is critical and sarcastic towards certain characters

The narrator is detached and uninterested in the story

The narrator is sympathetic and supportive of all characters

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes Voltaire's intention in using euphemism throughout Candide?

To create humor and entertain the readers

To confuse readers with ambiguous language

To criticize societal norms and expectations

To highlight the characters' intelligence and wit

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The use of irony in describing the Baron's castle suggests that Voltaire is:

Praising the grandeur and wealth of the castle

Criticizing society's perception of power and status

Highlighting the importance of tapestry in noble households

Emphasizing the Baron's kindness towards his servants

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Who did Candide meet amongst the Jesuits?

Cunegonde's brother

Cunegonde

Oreillons

The Father General

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Why must Candide leave Buenas Ayres and Cunegonde?

The Spanish authorities have arrived.

Candide kills the Governor.

Candide is abducted by cannibals.

Cunegonde will be killed if he doesn't leave.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What does the Baron's comical sounding name in Candide suggest?

Pokes fun at the overly impressive titles of nobles

Highlights the importance of textual evidence

Supports the analysis of various elements in the story

Shows the author's choices in writing

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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