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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1 of Essays : Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many terms did Montaigne serve in office in Bordeaux?
(a) Five.
(b) Two.
(c) Seven.
(d) One.

2. Near the end of Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 3, the two men that Montaigne discusses are cured of their affliction through what?
(a) Blood-letting.
(b) Introspection.
(c) Confession.
(d) Restful sleep.

3. In Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 2, Essays #4 and #5, Montaigne says that many consider deceit to be an essential part of what?
(a) Life in general.
(b) Diplomacy.
(c) Warfare.
(d) Bargaining.

4. Montaigne suggests that deceit requires a great deal of what?
(a) Memory.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Tenacity.
(d) Bravery.

5. What does Montaigne recommend to help a person develop self-awareness and uncensored thinking?
(a) Meditation.
(b) Solitude.
(c) Prayer.
(d) Morphine.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Montaigne say that father's generally view the flaws of their sons?

2. What major disease hit Bordeaux while Montaigne was in office there?

3. What century did Montaigne live in?

4. While Montaigne was in office in Bordeaux, what system experienced major problems?

5. What religion did Montaigne's mother belong to?

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