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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Usbek think the law is for in a monarchy?

2. What does the western woman talking to Rica not like about Persian culture?

3. Who was the woman in letter 93 purchased for?

4. Why does Usbek think the Muslims have not been able to grow like the Jews have?

5. Whose lover was killed by the eunuchs in letter 149?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Persian Letters, there is a strong emphasis on the formation of character, whether through religion or learning. In an essay, analyze the correlation made between the study of science and the destruction of man, giving examples of how learning, particularly the study of science might harm man.

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 was published anonymously in 1721 in Amsterdam and discussed French life from an outside perspective. In an essay, discuss why Montesquieu chose to publish outside of France and how the book was part of the Enlightenment, which questioned the church's authority. Students may use the book and secondary sources to support their discussion.

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