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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Thalia: Comedy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Urania: Astronomy," how does the narrator describe a syringe?
(a) An instrument of violence.
(b) An empty body waiting to be filled.
(c) A foreign invader.
(d) A cold, sterile medical implement.

2. At the beginning of "Calliope: Epic Poetry," how old is Mother?
(a) 17.
(b) 20.
(c) 21.
(d) 18.

3. What is the origin of the black ash described in the Opening?
(a) Palm Hosannah.
(b) A great fire.
(c) Military conflict.
(d) A volcanic eruption.

4. According to the letter, where is Mr. Reardon's last known location?
(a) Seoul.
(b) Manchuria.
(c) Chicago.
(d) New York.

5. What color are the narrator's veins in "Urania: Astronomy"?
(a) Red-brown.
(b) Blue.
(c) Yellow-green.
(d) Blue-green-purple.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Urania: Astronomy," what does the narrator say she can do without?

2. In 'second memory,' what color marks the virginity of the bride?

3. According to the anonymous narrator in "Clio: History," without which of the following can there be no people?

4. What image opens "Clio: History"?

5. What year does Mother graduate from college?

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