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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Forster's opinion, what is the key failing of English fiction?
(a) Provincialism.
(b) Value.
(c) Plot.
(d) Characters.

2. Which novel does Forster say has a sense of space?
(a) Emma.
(b) The Antiquary.
(c) War of the Worlds.
(d) War and Peace.

3. Forster considers what to be the enemy when studying literature?
(a) Place.
(b) Time.
(c) Mood.
(d) Value.

4. According to Forster, what is the final test of a novel?
(a) Our affection for it.
(b) Critical acclaim.
(c) Financial gains of the author.
(d) Time it is published.

5. In what year does E.M. Forster present his lecture series, Aspects of the Novel?
(a) 1927.
(b) 1923.
(c) 1932.
(d) 1972.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the popular text William George Clark wrote?

2. In a work in which the author classifies novels by weather, how many different headings are there?

3. Forster believes daily life is made up of time and ___________.

4. To be a true critic of literature, one must do what?

5. Which characters in The Antiquary does Forster say Scott introduced artlessly?

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