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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 46 - 65.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Usbek's feelings about his decision to leave?
(a) He is ill at ease.
(b) He didn't think about the consequences.
(c) He is confident.
(d) He changed his mind.

2. What is Usbek asking his correspondent in letter 33?
(a) His opinion on women.
(b) His opinion on Christians.
(c) His opinion on slavery.
(d) His opinion on eunuchs.

3. What is discussed about the society from letters 11 to 14?
(a) It has no rulers.
(b) It does not have sheep.
(c) It's members do not drink milk.
(d) It does not have women.

4. What is Usbek surprised with in Italy?
(a) The low amount of eunuchs.
(b) The taste of wine.
(c) Women's freedom.
(d) Democracy.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Rustan supportive of Usbek according to the 5th letter?

2. What problems arise for Usbek during his trip according to the letter he writes to Nessir?

3. How were the people of the society in letters 11 to 14 acting?

4. Why do French women gamble, according to Usbek?

5. How long has Usbek been in Paris by the time he sends letter 22?

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