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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rica think of the man that introduced him to the library?

2. What does Usbek tell Rhedi is dangerous in letter 103?

3. What is Ubsek amazed with according to letter 95 to Ibben?

4. According to Rica, what do the French prefer to follow when it comes to fashion?

5. Why does the head eunuch think he is good at buying women?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Montesquieu uses personification in his description of justice. In an essay, define personification and analyze why Montesquieu uses personification to write about justice. Students should use examples from the book to support their discussion.

Essay Topic 2

The Persian Letters reflects heavily on the treatment of women, especially wives in society during the time the letters were written. Examine the treatment of women and compare it with the treatment of women in society today.

Essay Topic 3

The Persian Letters uses satire to describe the travels of two Persian brothers, Usbek and Rica. In an essay, define satire and examine Montesquieu's use of satire in the novel and discuss how it benefits the story and character development.

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