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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2 of Essays : Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Montaigne's father's opinion on education?
(a) He thought it was too expensive.
(b) He dismissed it.
(c) He valued it.
(d) He thought it was only for the middle class.

2. Montaigne characterizes his parents' treatment of him as which of the following?
(a) Harsh.
(b) Lenient.
(c) Gentle.
(d) Distant.

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

4. What religion was Montaigne raised in?
(a) Lutheranism.
(b) Catholicism.
(c) Anglicanism.
(d) Calvinism.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What philosopher does Montaigne quote briefly on the subject of authority?

2. The philosopher that Montaigne quotes on the subject of authority believes that authority is most secure when derived from what source?

3. Who is the father of the noble who is discussed in Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 4, Essay #46?

4. Near the end of Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 3, Montaigne discusses two men who suffer from what?

5. Montaigne specifically suggests that mastering what desire is a good example of virtue?

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