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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is the young poet when he begins corresponding with Rilke?
(a) 19.
(b) 25.
(c) 28.
(d) 12.

2. Rilke compares the existence of each individual to a room. What portion of that room do most people experience?
(a) A single aspect of that room, such as a corner or a window.
(b) The floor.
(c) The entire room.
(d) The doorway.

3. In what year is Rilke's second letter composed?
(a) 1905.
(b) 1902.
(c) 1903.
(d) 1908.

4. What is the name of the young poet who is the recipient of the letters contained in this volume?
(a) Franz Xaver Kappus.
(b) Franz Rilke.
(c) Franz Horacek.
(d) Xaver Rilke.

5. Who does Rilke tell the young poet to be considerate of because of their fear of solitude?
(a) The elderly.
(b) Parents.
(c) Artists who have not yet found their way.
(d) Children.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rilke advise the young poet to seek in regard to his sexuality?

2. During what decade does the correspondence contained in this volume take place?

3. To what does Rilke compare "dangerous" sadness?

4. What is Rilke's primary criticism of the young poet's writing in the first letter?

5. In letter five, what statue does Rilke mention is near his place of residence?

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