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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III, Sections I - VIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Burke term the "creative power" of the mind?
(a) Imagination.
(b) Emotion.
(c) Will.
(d) Judgment.

2. What does Burke criticize about the patrons of proportion?
(a) That they have not expanded their architectural projects enough.
(b) That they are not clear enough in defining proportionality.
(c) That they view their own works and views as superior to nature.
(d) That they are disproportionate and ugly.

3. To which other passions is the idea of power closely related, according to Burke?
(a) Fear and terror.
(b) Joy and delight.
(c) Curiosity and novelty.
(d) Love and desire.

4. What example does Burke use to demonstrate that differing tastes stem from the same basic root?
(a) The comparison of two historical moments.
(b) A comparison of two breeds of a horse.
(c) The description of pretty ladies in a drawing room.
(d) Two different types of poetry.

5. According to Burke, who is most capable of beauty?
(a) The male sex.
(b) Elegant aristocrats.
(c) Rustic peasants.
(d) The female sex.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Burke define "beauty?"

2. What examples does Burke use to prove that people agree upon sensory observations?

3. What does Burke assert is present in every religion, to some degree?

4. What does Burke note about youth, as related to taste?

5. How does Burke use the word "delight?"

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