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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Travel Journal : Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Montaigne end the journeys that he describes in his travel journal?
(a) Bordeaux.
(b) Paris.
(c) Calais.
(d) Brest.

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) Normandy.
(c) Wales.
(d) England.

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

4. What is Montaigne's general attitude towards marriage?
(a) It is not worth the effort.
(b) It is not for most people.
(c) It is a huge burden.
(d) It should be put off.

5. In what month do the travels described in Travel Journal: Chapter 13 begin?
(a) June.
(b) April.
(c) February.
(d) October.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Montaigne says that the ancient writer that he discusses near the beginning of Book 3 of Essays: Chapter 11 is extremely what?

4. Montaigne's secretary favorably compares their lodgings in Rome to what location?

5. While Montaigne was in office in Bordeaux, what system experienced major problems?

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