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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1 of Essays : Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Montaigne acknowledges that it is less of a vice to lie in order to avoid which of the following?
(a) Embarrassment.
(b) Appearing ignorant.
(c) Rudeness.
(d) Awkwardness.

2. In Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 2, Montaigne describes how the prince of what region gained control over part of France?
(a) Scotland.
(b) Wales.
(c) Normandy.
(d) England.

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

4. What position was Montaigne commissioned to in Bordeaux?
(a) Judge.
(b) Alderman.
(c) Mayor.
(d) Ombudsman.

5. The noble who is discussed in Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 4, Essay #46 rules what region?
(a) Luxembourg.
(b) Wales.
(c) Normandy.
(d) France.

Short Answer Questions

1. The civil wars that occurred in Montaigne's country during his early years as an adult were primarily fought over what issues?

2. Montaigne suggests that most war horses were not what?

3. The noble who is discussed in Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 4, Essay #46 holds what position?

4. Luther and Calvin were notable for helping to start what movement?

5. In Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 3, Essay #10, Montaigne notes that the people he discusses tend to leave scars with what type of surgical procedure?

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