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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 does Rousseau contrast with the active lifestyle?
(a) The lifestyle of moderation.
(b) The sedentary lifestyle.
(c) The military lifestyle.
(d) The meditative lifestyle.

2. What argument does Rousseau use to support his emphasis on the need for physical activity in children?
(a) He refers to studies that have been conducted.
(b) He refutes philosophers' claims to the contrary.
(c) He appeals to the reader's common sense.
(d) He cites philosophers who agree with him.

3. What does Rousseau recommend for children, along with physical activity?
(a) Restrictive diet.
(b) Stern discipline.
(c) Fresh air.
(d) Complete freedom.

4. What does Rousseau say is the source of inner conflict?
(a) The tension between needs and desires on one hand and social conformity on the other.
(b) The tension between morality of the body on one hand and immortality of works on the other.
(c) The tension between physical existence on one hand and spiritual existence on the other.
(d) The tension between free will on one hand and limitation on the other.

5. Which philosopher was Rousseau strongly influenced by?
(a) John Stuart Mill.
(b) John Locke.
(c) Plotinus.
(d) Seneca.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of clothing does Rousseau prefer for children?

2. Who tried to punish Rousseau for writing "Emile"?

3. What is most relevant in deciding how or whether to punish a child?

4. How did Rousseau lose his apprenticeship?

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

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