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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Cure of Melancholy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Through what method are religion and science able to coexist?
(a) Their supporters.
(b) Sociological.
(c) A contract.
(d) Accepted differences.

2. According to Burton, the cure for melancholy depends on ____.
(a) The severity.
(b) The gender.
(c) The cause.
(d) The duration.

3. Burton believe people who arrive with technology are seen as ____.
(a) Gods.
(b) Ghosts.
(c) Con artists.
(d) Demons.

4. Burton believes actions of idleness and excessive ______ often cause depression.
(a) Study.
(b) Socializing.
(c) Shopping.
(d) Crying.

5. How does Burton express cures for melancholy at the beginning of Chapter 9?
(a) Illustrations.
(b) A list.
(c) A diagram.
(d) Excerpts from Plato.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kinds of ideas does Burton believe deities personify?

2. Someone with lycanthropy has ______ eyes.

3. Why would herbal remedies be a good cure?

4. Burton explains there are natural and _______ causes for melancholy.

5. What does Burton see as the current status of angels and demons?

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