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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What passion of children does Barthes compare the themes of the discussed author to in "The Nautilus and the Drunken Boat"?
(a) Pirates and monsters.
(b) Streams and forests.
(c) Huts and tents.
(d) Fields and games.

2. With what quote does "Neither-Nor Critcism" conclude?
(a) "I rather fear that the new Neither-Nor critcism is one season behind."
(b) "And yet, nothing can escape being put into question by History; not even good writing."
(c) "It can even be said it is when man proclaims his primal liberty that his subordination is least disputable."
(d) "Literature has entered a situation which is difficult, restricted, mortal."

3. "In France, drunkenness is a _____." How is this quote from "Wine and Milk" finished?
(a) Punishment.
(b) Celebration.
(c) Consequence.
(d) Necessity.

4. What is the second sign in "The Romans in Films"?
(a) Hair.
(b) Sweat.
(c) Skin color.
(d) Clothing.

5. In "The Great Family of Men," what is "The Family of Men" the author discusses?
(a) A painting.
(b) A film.
(c) A book of photography.
(d) A photography exhibit.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is not "a certain young novelists...liking" in "The Writer on Holiday"?

2. According to the author in "The Great Family of Men," Nature is placed where?

3. "Novels and Children" was written in response to an article in what magazine?

4. According to the author, what is striptease to France?

5. What is Garbo's makeup compared to in "The Face of Garbo"?

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