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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Trembling of the Veil, Book II. Ireland after Parnell,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did a schoolmate teach Yeats to box?
(a) To find something he could excel at.
(b) To make better friends.
(c) To help him defend himself from bullies.
(d) To help him train for an event.

2. What was Hyde unable to do to any artist?
(a) Criticize them.
(b) Copy their style.
(c) Applaud them.
(d) Read their work.

3. Who reminded Yeats of his grandfather?
(a) Henley.
(b) O'Leary.
(c) Dowden.
(d) William Morris.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Russell seen among the theosophists?

2. Where did Yeats's grandparents live?

3. What was the only thing Yeats's grandmother ever punished him for?

4. Who did Yeats's medium call the spirits she got her information from?

5. What was Yeats's grandfather's occupation?

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