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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book of Essays 3 : Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The philosopher that Montaigne quotes on the subject of authority believes that authority is most secure when derived from what source?
(a) Power.
(b) Divine right.
(c) Friendship.
(d) Skill.

2. The baths that Montaigne discusses are notable for being what?
(a) Sulfurous.
(b) Heated.
(c) Public.
(d) Rejuvinative.

3. In the culture Montaigne describes, women were discouraged from visiting public baths if they were what?
(a) Divorced.
(b) Younger than eighteen.
(c) Sexually promiscuous.
(d) Unescorted.

4. Montaigne treated women without what?
(a) Understanding.
(b) Empathy.
(c) Tolerance.
(d) Disrespect.

5. Montaigne specifically suggests that mastering what desire is a good example of virtue?
(a) Malice.
(b) Vengeance.
(c) Lust.
(d) Greed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Montaigne says that women know more than men about what?

2. Montaigne suggests that all religions are essentially what?

3. What advantage does Montaigne say that women have in entering into marriage?

4. What ancient writer does Montaigne discuss near the beginning of Book 3 of Essays: Chapter 11?

5. What century did Montaigne live in?

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