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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Book 2 : Chapter 2, Submission.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What example does Rousseau use for teaching Emile to read?
(a) The tutor left notes around for Emile and Emile wanted to read them.
(b) The tutor threatened to humiliate Emile if he did not know his letters.
(c) The tutor cajoled Emile with praise and gifts.
(d) The tutor told Emile that he would be rewarded if he learned to read.

2. From what does Rousseau want to protect children?
(a) Fear of Hell.
(b) Fear of failure.
(c) Fear of hurt.
(d) Fear of embarrassment.

3. What was Rousseau's father's trade?
(a) Cooper.
(b) Professor.
(c) Watch maker.
(d) Blacksmith.

4. What was the dominant idea in Europe when Rousseau wrote "Emile"?
(a) That knowledge is innate.
(b) That knowledge comes from the senses.
(c) That knowledge comes from God.
(d) That all knowledge is just remembering.

5. How was Rousseau rewarded for writing "Emile"?
(a) With public holidays.
(b) With land and secured income.
(c) With entitlements and privileges.
(d) With money and reputation.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rousseau recommend for children, along with physical activity?

2. If someone published under his/her own name, what question did he/her confront?

3. What does Rousseau recommend mothers should give up?

4. How does Rousseau believe physical activity affects perception?

5. Whom does Rousseau address directly in the section on submission?

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