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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 114 - 124.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is debated in different parts of the world according to letter 36?
(a) Slavery.
(b) The rights of women.
(c) The rights of children.
(d) The power of kings.

2. What women does Usbek compare in letter 36?
(a) Persian and Parisian.
(b) Docile women and free thinkers.
(c) Beautiful and ugly.
(d) Young and old.

3. According to Pharan, what would be the result of turning him into a eunuch?
(a) His wanting to flee.
(b) Him not being able to walk.
(c) His being expelled from the house.
(d) His death.

4. How many times does Usbek say the Muslims were struck down by God?
(a) 1 time.
(b) 2 times.
(c) 3 times.
(d) 5 times.

5. What answer does Usbek give to the central question of letter 114?
(a) Slave trade.
(b) Too many kingdoms.
(c) Not enough shade.
(d) Not enough roads.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Rica visit in letter 82?

2. What argument does Usbek use as an example in letter 34?

3. What is the main question asked by letter 114?

4. What does Nargum write about the Tartars to Usbek?

5. What does Rica call those who mind everyone's business but their own?

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