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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Appendix 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do utilitarians feel about art?
(a) It doesn't have much value.
(b) It is a necessary diversion for humanity.
(c) It is useful only when it is appreciated by most of society.
(d) It is only worthwhile if it is beautiful and functional, as in the case of fine architecture.

2. How did Carlyle feel when he walked down a crowded street?
(a) Afraid.
(b) Isolated.
(c) Confused.
(d) Exultant.

3. According to Carlyle's biographer, what was his predominant mental illness?
(a) Delusional psychosis.
(b) Generalized panic disorder.
(c) Depression.
(d) Post-traumatic stress disorder.

4. Artificial lighting gave, according to the author, a new visionary quality to what form of ancient art?
(a) Basketweaving.
(b) Painting.
(c) Sculpture.
(d) Architecture.

5. How does the author describe La Tour as a person?
(a) Hard, avaricious, and proud.
(b) Humble, wise, and meek.
(c) Generous and hard-working.
(d) Gruff but kind.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what does Carlyle compare the heavens and earth?

2. According to the author, what would Baudelaire have called the young boy in Gericault's portrait?

3. What are the first objects upon which the author intently focuses during the experiment?

4. The author compares schizophrenics to which of Sheol's beings?

5. What is the subject of most of La Tour's paintings?

(see the answer key)

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