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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. Montaigne's sees which of the following as being the role of a man?
(a) Intellectual pursuit.
(b) Subdominance.
(c) Cooperation.
(d) Leadership.

2. Montaigne's secretary favorably compares their lodgings in Rome to what location?
(a) The Gold Vase.
(b) The Gilded Lilly.
(c) The Rose.
(d) The Saucer.

3. The noble who is discussed in Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 4, Essay #46 holds a feast for whom?
(a) Wealthy merchants.
(b) The nobles of France.
(c) English knights.
(d) Priests and bishops.

4. Near the end of Book 2 of Essays: Chapter 8, Montaigne discusses means of what type?
(a) Good.
(b) Evil.
(c) Morally grey.
(d) Violent.

5. Montaigne doubts affection that is based on what?
(a) Reliance.
(b) Gift-giving.
(c) Business dealings.
(d) Physical attraction.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. In what month did Montaigne arrive in Rome?

4. The baths that Montaigne discusses are notable for being what?

5. What type of argument does Montaigne make regarding the book that he discusses in Book 2 of Essays: Chapter 7, Essay #12?

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