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

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

3. What does Rousseau say an adolescent's new powers and experiences cause him or her to do?
(a) Speak with new authority.
(b) Chafe against constraints.
(c) Discover new laws.
(d) Submit to authorities.

4. How was Rousseau rewarded for writing "Emile"?
(a) With entitlements and privileges.
(b) With money and reputation.
(c) With public holidays.
(d) With land and secured income.

5. What additional factor allows a child to exceed his limits?
(a) The child's temperament.
(b) The child's education.
(c) The child's culture.
(d) The child's geographical location.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Rousseau suggest we see childhood?

2. What does Rousseau say is the source of inner conflict?

3. Why did the priest feel that he had lost his entire religion?

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

5. What balance does Rousseau try to strike in his child rearing?

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