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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On Beauty and Being Fair.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the third phase used to illustrate the link between beauty and justice?
(a) Classic philosophers.
(b) Contemporary writers.
(c) Baroque writers.
(d) Mid-Century writers.

2. What kind of moment does Scarry say precedes most errors?
(a) A moment of confusion.
(b) A moment of decision.
(c) A moment of revelation.
(d) A moment of clarity.

3. What led to beauty being trapped in a particular realm?
(a) Its demotion.
(b) The negative views about it.
(c) People changing its ideas.
(d) The poems written about it.

4. What term is defined with both beauty and justice?
(a) Eternity.
(b) Mercy.
(c) Forgiveness.
(d) Fairness.

5. What did Andreas write about?
(a) Fraternity.
(b) Religion.
(c) Slavery.
(d) History.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Scarry say marked works created imperfectly?

2. Which one of these is one of the errors in beauty listed in this book?

3. In what field was beauty taboo when this book was written?

4. What is Scarry's first conclusion about Odysseus's visit?

5. What does Scarry say about the notions of those who wanted to banish beauty?

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