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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. What did Yeats pursue when he gave up physical pleasures?
(a) Spiritualism.
(b) Wisdom.
(c) History.
(d) Literature.

2. How was Russell seen among the theosophists?
(a) The leader.
(b) The teacher.
(c) The sponsor.
(d) The follower.

3. What was Johnson's biggest vice?
(a) He was an alcoholic.
(b) He was addicted to caffeine.
(c) He was prejudiced.
(d) He used opium.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Henley's occupation?

2. Where was Rhys from?

3. Who was president of the Young Ireland Society?

4. What did MacGregor say could trigger thoughts?

5. Why did a schoolmate teach Yeats to box?

(see the answer key)

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