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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. At the time that Montaigne was engaged in his translation of the unusual book, what philosophy was gaining significant popularity?
(a) Calvinism.
(b) Empiricism.
(c) Lutheranism.
(d) Predestination.

2. Montaigne writes that people from what nation were often relied upon to establish and maintain social order?
(a) Italy.
(b) Germany.
(c) England.
(d) Russia.

3. In Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 3, Essay #10, Montaigne discussed the cultural practices of what people?
(a) The Jews.
(b) The Egyptians.
(c) The Arabs.
(d) The Turks.

4. Montaigne's writing does not appear to be what?
(a) Approachable.
(b) Respectful.
(c) Conventional.
(d) Condescending.

5. What city-state in Greece was notable for supporting a matriarchal society for a long time in Greece?
(a) Sparta.
(b) Crete.
(c) Athens.
(d) Thebes.

Short Answer Questions

1. The first part of Montaigne's journal was actually written by whom?

2. What method of governance dominated Europe in Montaigne's time?

3. Montaigne suggests that which of the following contributed most to his performance as a husband?

4. Where did Montaigne end the journeys that he describes in his travel journal?

5. In Book 1 of Essays: Chapter 2, Essays #4 and #5, Montaigne says that many consider deceit to be an essential part of what?

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