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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) Calais.
(b) Brest.
(c) Bordeaux.
(d) Paris.

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

3. Which philosopher does Montaigne most often quote?
(a) Josephus.
(b) Terrence.
(c) Lucretius.
(d) Locke.

4. The historical essay near the end of Book 2 of Essays centers around what ancient civilization?
(a) The Romans.
(b) The Egyptians.
(c) The Greeks.
(d) The Persians.

5. Montaigne describes a culture that recommends bathing how often?
(a) Once a month.
(b) Multiple times a day.
(c) Daily.
(d) Once a week.

Short Answer Questions

1. The noble who is discussed in Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 4, Essay #46 holds a feast for whom?

2. Montaigne treated women without what?

3. What major factor significantly diminished the place of women in Britain?

4. In Travel Journal: Chapter 13, Montaigne describes a priest who speaks what out-of-place language as part of his services?

5. What subject does the second introduction for this book cover?

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