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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. Luther and Calvin were notable for helping to start what movement?
(a) The English civil war.
(b) The French revolution.
(c) The Protestant revolution.
(d) The magna carta.

2. While Montaigne was in office in Bordeaux, what system experienced major problems?
(a) The sewage system.
(b) The highway system.
(c) The canal system.
(d) The aqueduct system.

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

4. The civil wars that occurred in Montaigne's country during his early years as an adult were primarily fought over what issues?
(a) Religious issues.
(b) Class issues.
(c) Issues of loyalty.
(d) Economic issues.

5. What subject does the first introduction for this book cover?
(a) Philosophy in general.
(b) Montaigne himself.
(c) Translation issues.
(d) The history of Europe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the unusual rule Montaigne discusses in Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 3, Essay #48 stipulate?

2. In one of Montaigne's stories, the man named Parmenio has to awaken whom?

3. What explanation is given for the unusual rule that Montaigne discusses in Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 3, Essay #48?

4. What century did Montaigne live in?

5. Near the end of Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 3, the two men that Montaigne discusses are cured of their affliction through what?

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