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

2. What does the field of epistemology concern itself with?
(a) The ideal forms behind the reality we experience.
(b) How we know what we know.
(c) The realities behind the appearances we can see and measure.
(d) The study of correspondence.

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

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

5. What is the ultimate goal of Rousseau's educational philosophy?
(a) A student who can observe the laws of the government and of the church.
(b) A student who can quote scripture for anything that happens, no matter how rare or unusual.
(c) A student who can discern the difference between not knowing and ineffective grasps at knowledge.
(d) A student who acts as a repository for facts and theories for the benefit of the society around him.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What kind of mother does Rousseau address himself to?

3. How does Rousseau believe physical activity affects perception?

4. What advantage does physical activity confer on a student?

5. How did Rousseau lose his apprenticeship?

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