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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Book 2 : Chapter 2, Submission.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who tried to punish Rousseau for writing "Emile"?
(a) Townspeople in his city.
(b) Public authorities.
(c) The aristocracy.
(d) Bureaucrats.

2. How was Rousseau helped in establishing a career?
(a) By support from the deans at the Sorbonne.
(b) By support from his parents.
(c) By his relationships with women.
(d) By support from a mentor and benefactor.

3. What advice does Rousseau give to mothers?
(a) Hire a nanny for the child.
(b) Rear their children near their schools.
(c) Rear their children in the country.
(d) Never let the children outside.

4. What argument does Rousseau use to support his emphasis on the need for physical activity in children?
(a) He refutes philosophers' claims to the contrary.
(b) He cites philosophers who agree with him.
(c) He refers to studies that have been conducted.
(d) He appeals to the reader's common sense.

5. What was Rousseau's father's trade?
(a) Watch maker.
(b) Blacksmith.
(c) Cooper.
(d) Professor.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many children did Rousseau have?

2. How was Rousseau rewarded for writing "Emile"?

3. What advantage does physical activity confer on a student?

4. Who should have the power in a family?

5. When should children begin book learning, in Rousseau's opinion?

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