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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV, Sections I - VII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What, according to Burke, is the first and most simple emotion of the human mind?
(a) Curiosity, or novelty.
(b) Fear, or terror.
(c) Indifference, or lassitude.
(d) Hunger, or longing.

2. Which two effects are often combined and alternated under the passions mentioned in question 7?
(a) Loathing and lust.
(b) Contentment and consternation.
(c) Desire and frigidity.
(d) Strength and weakness.

3. Why, according to Burke, do we delight in the tragedies of others?
(a) We are happy we are not the victims.
(b) This is a function of sympathy instilled in us by our Creator.
(c) There is little else in the world in which to delight.
(d) All humans have a sadistic streak.

4. What is Burke's argument about the relation of danger to the sublime?
(a) Danger is never a part of any sublime object.
(b) Danger does not physically need to be present or real for an object to be sublime.
(c) Danger is absolutely necessary to the sublime and must be present.
(d) Danger and terror are the same thing and are equal portions of the sublime.

5. Which of the following passions show the same effects as pain?
(a) Depression and grief.
(b) Joy and delight.
(c) Fear and terror.
(d) Lust and desire.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Burke define pain and pleasure?

2. How does Burke use the word "delight?"

3. What has Burke observed in himself regarding the passions and the body, in Section IV?

4. Into which two classes does Burke group the passions of society?

5. What does NOT make certain objects or experiences affect us the way they do?

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