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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Edgar Allen Poe.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the narrator say that the Puritans should be praised for?
(a) Their warmth.
(b) Their toughness.
(c) Their intelligence.
(d) Their spirit.

2. What would Gregory be most likely to describe history as?
(a) A story written only by the winners.
(b) A science in its own right.
(c) A tapestry of culture and stories.
(d) A compendium of dates, data, and quotations.

3. Why is Ponce de Leon free to go exploring in Florida?
(a) He has been relieved of his job as Governor.
(b) He has already accomplished all that he came for.
(c) He is not free to go, but goes anyway.
(d) He is independently wealthy and can do as he pleases.

4. What do Burr's critics say about him when he runs for office?
(a) He is frivolous and immoral.
(b) He is secretly a Royalist.
(c) He does not have enough experience or education.
(d) He is corrupt and would misuse power.

5. What category of people does Williams say that Houston fits into?
(a) Those who come up from under.
(b) Those who tread water their entire lives.
(c) Those who go under and then drown.
(d) Those who never struggle or try to succeed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who or what is Mabilla?

2. What characteristic drives Franklin's curiosity, according to one of the narrators of "Poor Richard"?

3. What is the moral of the story about the lusty young man who fell overboard and was hauled back in?

4. Based on the passage narrated by Eric the Red, which phrase do you think best describes Eric's character?

5. What author does Gregory say is never accused of being insincere?

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