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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The 120 Days of Sodom: Parts Two, Three and Four.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. According to Klossowski, "the substitution of Nature in a state of perpetual motion for God signifies, not the arrival of a happier era for humanity," but ____________________.
(a) The reality of sin.
(b) The right to do as one wished.
(c) The acceptance of the refusal to change.
(d) The beginning of tragedy.
2. In what novel did Sade say virtue was best rewarded?
(a) "Les Dangers de la Bienfaisance."
(b) "Le Président Mystifié."
(c) "Juliette et Raunai."
(d) "Le Criminel Par Vertu."
3. According to Klossowski, what philosopher opposed the sufferings of the innocent?
(a) Nietzsche.
(b) Plato.
(c) Machiavelli.
(d) Socrates.
4. For the private party that is held every Friday, from where do the women come?
(a) They were from the prisons.
(b) They were from a convent.
(c) They were from a brothel.
(d) They were abducted.
5. All ____________are barred from the dining table of the "society."
(a) Slaves.
(b) Women.
(c) Boys.
(d) Servants.
Short Answer Questions
1. On the evening of the 9th of December, what is Michette allowed to wear?
2. Who mistreated a poor family and then called for his own punishment by whipping?
3. What chemist did Klossowski quote regarding his fears about Nature?
4. At what time do the "Statutes" declare that the men should rise in the morning?
5. How many children did Duc de Blangis have?
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