Visions of Excess: Selected Writings, 1927-1939 Quiz Questions | Quiz: Section I (1927-1930)

Quiz: Section I (1927-1930)

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What does Bataille say about monsters in "The Deviations of Nature"?
a) That they represent the opposite of geometric regularity of form.
b) That they are the best place to gain insight into people's feelings about themselves.
c) That they are projections out of the ugliest part of humanity.
d) That they are necessary to keep people in line.

2. What was Bataille being punished for in "[Dream]"?
a) Playing with a hoop.
b) Wetting himself.
c) Staying up too late.
d) Seeing his parents naked.

3. How should materialism be disclaimed, in "Materialism"?
a) By including all idealism.
b) By superseding idealism with dialogue. ...
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