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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book of Essays 2 : Chapter 8,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. One argument that Montaigne responds to is the suggestion that the book he discusses does not demonstrate that Christianity is superior to what belief system?
(a) Animism.
(b) Paganism.
(c) Deism.
(d) Atheism.

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

3. How does Montaigne say that father's generally view the flaws of their sons?
(a) They can never disregard them.
(b) They ignore them.
(c) They blow them out of proportion.
(d) They disapprove strongly of them.

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

5. What does Montaigne suggest is essential in order for a person to lead a good life?
(a) Discipline.
(b) Religious dedication.
(c) Parental affection.
(d) A strong family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Montaigne believes that not all vices are what?

2. What language was this book originally written in?

3. Montaigne suggests that the difference between a man and an animal is less than the difference between a man and what?

4. What country did Montaigne's mother come from?

5. The creature that Montaigne discuss near the end of Book 2 of Essays: Chapter 7, Essay #12 is able to exert a limited control over what?

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