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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Trembling of the Veil, Book I. Four Years: 1887-1891,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Yeats's teacher reward him when he did well in school?
(a) Gave him marbles.
(b) Let him look at a sword.
(c) Let him run around outside for a minute.
(d) Gave him candy.

2. What political belief did Yeats begin to explore after his move from Dublin?
(a) Socialism.
(b) Communism.
(c) Democracy.
(d) Anarchy.

3. Where did Yeats meet MacGregor?
(a) The green park.
(b) The British Museum.
(c) An Aviary.
(d) A church yard.

4. What did Yeats's father do to get Yeats to improve his studies after moving to Dublin?
(a) Taught him at home.
(b) Threatened him.
(c) Got him a tutor.
(d) Rewarded him.

5. What word did Yeats use to describe his medium?
(a) Unbelievable.
(b) Arrogant.
(c) Fascinating.
(d) Incredible.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Rhys from?

2. Why did Yeats never express his feelings the first time he fell in love?

3. Where did Yeats like to sleep at night while in Dublin?

4. Who was president of the Young Ireland Society?

5. What did MacGregor say could trigger thoughts?

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