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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. Why can't poems be harmed?
(a) They are inanimate.
(b) They are full of life.
(c) They are creations.
(d) They are eternal.

2. What does Scarry say is our major limitation in seeing beauty?
(a) We have to start from the beginning.
(b) We are burdened with physical needs.
(c) We rely on our sight.
(d) We do not remember past lives.

3. To what kind of craving does Scarry compare beauty?
(a) Sex.
(b) Shelter.
(c) Food.
(d) Water.

4. How many times was Odyessus saved by beauty?
(a) Once.
(b) Twice.
(c) Three.
(d) Too many to count.

5. What does Matisse blame for her preference in trees?
(a) Heart ache.
(b) Cultural differences.
(c) Past experiences.
(d) Things her father said.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Scarry say beautiful does NOT always include?

2. What did Andreas write about?

3. What kind of limitation does Scarry say keeps most people from seeing beauty?

4. Who introduced the concept that led to the demotion of beauty?

5. Who disavows the virtues of beauty?

(see the answer key)

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