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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 is Burke's argument that infinity exists in pleasing objects?
(a) Infinity itself is a pleasant concept, so an infinite object must be pleasant.
(b) The only truly pleasing object is the night sky, which is truly infinite.
(c) Pleasantness is a feeling that goes on forever within our minds.
(d) Humans are pleased by the unlimited potential of these objects.

2. Which passion belongs under the heading of "self-preservation?"
(a) Pain.
(b) Sadness.
(c) Desire.
(d) Anger.

3. How do smells and tastes become sublime most effectively?
(a) When moderated through narrative and description.
(b) When they occur when one is in a dreaming state.
(c) When combined with eating and drinking.
(d) When mediated through art.

4. What does Burke use as an example of difficulty as greatness?
(a) Stonehenge.
(b) The Great Wall of China.
(c) The Pyramids of Egypt.
(d) Roman aqueducts.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is grief a part of pleasure, according to Burke?

2. How does Burke define pain and pleasure?

3. What example does Burke give for a sublime sound?

4. How does Burke describe "delightful horror?"

5. What term does Burke use to reflect uncertainty relative to the sublime?

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