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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Proust's comparison of the moon show in comparison to the the author of "The Lover and the Doctor"?
(a) They are the same.
(b) Proust's is a more genuine expression.
(c) Proust's is less vivid.
(d) Proust's is more lengthy and descriptive.

2. What was the name of the comedy troupe that aimed to find the most succinct summary of Proust's work?
(a) Money Pyton.
(b) Montey P.
(c) Ponty Mython.
(d) Monty Python.

3. What question does De Botton ask after he discusses Proust's father's work?
(a) "If We Should Read"?
(b) "How Should We Read"?
(c) "What are the benefits of reading"?
(d) "To Read or Not to Read"?

4. Which of the following did Proust NOT say about friendship?
(a) It was a lie.
(b) It was a foolish sacrifice.
(c) It was needed.
(d) It was a farce.

5. Why would Proust sometimes examine a mundane train timetable?
(a) To go crosseyed.
(b) To fall asleep.
(c) To keep learning.
(d) To keep his brain active.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does De Botton wonder can be separated from his or her work in Chapter 4?

2. In what year did did Proust write the essay about the unsatisfied little boy?

3. Which of the following did Proust NOT use to describe conversation?

4. How many volumes was "In Search of Lost Time" intended to be?

5. What should lovers take great pains in doing according to Proust?

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