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

2. Who does the wanton man always fall in love with?
(a) Imaginary women.
(b) His past loves.
(c) Beautiful women.
(d) Married women.

3. Alcibiades' love life was ____.
(a) Non-existent.
(b) Promiscuous.
(c) Loyal.
(d) Traditional.

4. What behavioral issue does Burton accredit melancholy to?
(a) Poor hygiene.
(b) Sloth.
(c) Selfishness.
(d) Excess.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of people does Burton cite as causing melancholy in Chapter 8?

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

3. Someone with lycanthropy has ______ eyes.

4. Alcibiades' troubles were from his bad diet and ______.

5. A sufferer of lycanthropy believes he is _____.

(see the answer key)

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