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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Either/Or : Chapter 2, Aesthetic Validity of Marriage.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author asserts that just as nothing is impossible for God, nothing is impossible for whom?
(a) The pure individual.
(b) The religious individual.
(c) The powerful individual.
(d) The humble individual.

2. Why is the author accustomed to writing on this particular object?
(a) Because he lives in modern India.
(b) Because he is a public official.
(c) Because he is blind.
(d) Because he lives in ancient Egypt.

3. What aspect of love does the author say is momentary?
(a) The sensuous aspect.
(b) The tender aspect.
(c) The romantic aspect.
(d) The hateful aspect.

4. What does David understand about the parable?
(a) David understands how the parable applies to him.
(b) David does not understand the parable at all.
(c) David understands the message of the parable.
(d) David understands Nathan is merely trying to manipulate him.

5. What is the first subject Kierkegaard discusses?
(a) Passion.
(b) Hatred.
(c) Marriage.
(d) Friendship.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Kirkegaard explain the letter was intended for?

2. Why does the author suggest the young man may be "depressed" and fear marriage?

3. To what does the author compare the engagement period?

4. What one word does the author say can describe love?

5. What does Byron declare about love according to the author?

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