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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Book 4 : Chapter 3, Managing the Sexual Desires.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who rewarded Rousseau for writing "Emile"?
(a) The aristocracy.
(b) The common people.
(c) The nobility.
(d) The clergy.

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

3. How did the priest enter the clergy?
(a) He bribed a bishop.
(b) He followed directions.
(c) He followed his own spiritual path.
(d) He bought his pastorate from a friend.

4. How many important long-term relationships had Rousseau had by the time he wrote "Emile"?
(a) Zero.
(b) Two.
(c) Four.
(d) One.

5. With what tone does Rousseau open Book 4 Chapter 1?
(a) Passionate accusation.
(b) Energetic lamentation.
(c) Powerful exhortation.
(d) Reasoned explanation.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Rousseau when he wrote "Emile"?

2. What does Rousseau recommend for Emile concerning sexual experience?

3. What distinction does epistemology seek to make?

4. What condition does the priest impose on his advice?

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

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