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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 kind of clothing does Rousseau prefer for children?
(a) Clothing reinforced with whalebone.
(b) Greek tunics.
(c) Loose-fitting.
(d) Roman robes.

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

3. What kind of mother does Rousseau address himself to?
(a) Mothers who think for themselves.
(b) Mothers who follow the rules.
(c) Mothers who have traditions.
(d) Mothers who believe in God.

4. What does Rousseau say is the danger of books?
(a) That they will lead to false belief.
(b) That they do not all use the same meanings for words.
(c) That they require one to read yet more books.
(d) That they will not educate the spirit.

5. What trait is needed in tutors who are trying to win a student's submission?
(a) Love of virtue.
(b) Earnestness.
(c) Cleverness.
(d) Deceitfulness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of approach does Rousseau advocate for parents when their children are hurt?

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

3. What did Rousseau require in order to obtain Emile's submission at the end of the Early Childhood section?

4. What does Rousseau recommend mothers should give up?

5. What is Rousseau's ideal for child rearing?

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