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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Causes of Love Melancholy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 8, what inevitability does Burton observe as a cause for melancholy?
(a) Old age.
(b) Illness.
(c) Fear.
(d) Heartbreak.

2. Burton believes some see angels and demons as ____.
(a) Imaginary.
(b) Holy.
(c) High society.
(d) Evil.

3. Many believe that lycanthropy is a form of _______.
(a) Spirituality.
(b) Entertainment.
(c) Fear.
(d) Delusion.

4. Where are lycanthrops during the day?
(a) At work.
(b) In trees.
(c) Together.
(d) Hiding.

5. Burton's views of airy and fiery spirits are related to ______.
(a) Weather.
(b) Age.
(c) God.
(d) Economy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What culture describes people gaining power and control through spirit possession?

2. Burton discusses Alcibiades, a _______ of Plato.

3. In Chapter 8, Burton discusses how _____ affect melancholia.

4. Burton claims that, for some, melancholy is normal and becomes a _____.

5. The wanton man's love life is not one of love but of _______.

(see the answer key)

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