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A Day In The Life Of A Medieval Executioner

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They upheld justice.
They only executed people.
They were also spiritual guides.
They served as medical professionals.
2.
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How did the executioner's father become involved in the profession?
He inherited it from his father.
He volunteered for the job.
He was trained by a professional.
He was chosen by a magistrate.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the executioner's role in the community despite the nature of their job?
They were ignored by the authorities.
They were shunned by everyone.
They were feared by all.
They were respected for their piety.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the executioner's role in relation to the condemned's health?
To ensure they were healthy enough for execution.
To provide them with medical treatment post-execution.
To ignore their health.
To prevent them from receiving any medical care.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the executioner ensure the condemned was ready for their final day?
By isolating them from everyone.
By allowing them to escape.
By working with the clergy to prepare them spiritually.
By ignoring their spiritual needs.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the purpose of the final meal for the condemned?
To provide them with a last chance to escape.
To calm them and make them less resistant.
To make them more resistant.
To celebrate their life.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why were executions considered theatrical events?
They were meant to entertain the crowd.
They were intended to convey moral lessons.
They were a way to recruit new executioners.
They were a form of punishment for the executioner.
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