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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which philosopher does Rousseau cite by name in the section on Submission?
(a) Kant.
(b) Hume.
(c) Fleury.
(d) Hegel.

2. When does Rousseau say manhood begins?
(a) At 21.
(b) At 18.
(c) At 16.
(d) At 25.

3. What kind of feeling does Rousseau want to create in Emile with regard to Sophy?
(a) The ethical sense to know a moral woman.
(b) The aesthetic sense to value a beautiful woman.
(c) The moral sense to shun a corrupt woman.
(d) The right sense of a good woman.

4. What example does Rousseau use for teaching Emile to read?
(a) The tutor told Emile that he would be rewarded if he learned to read.
(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 left notes around for Emile and Emile wanted to read them.

5. What innate ability allows a child to exceed his limits?
(a) The ability to learn from experience.
(b) The ability to take responsible actions.
(c) The ability to read.
(d) The ability to discern right from wrong.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many important long-term relationships had Rousseau had by the time he wrote "Emile"?

2. What does Rousseau say unites men and women?

3. What observation does Rousseau make about the world in the beginning of Book 4 Chapter 1?

4. Where does Rousseau say a woman's status is highest?

5. What single subject is Book 4, Chapter 2 devoted to?

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