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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. What would be a legal cure for melancholy?
(a) Anything to do with God.
(b) Anything in the constitution.
(c) Anything your mother would approve of.
(d) Anything approved by a doctor.

2. Burton believes people can carry on relationships with the dead through ______.
(a) Prayer.
(b) Memories.
(c) Angels.
(d) Family.

3. Why would herbal remedies be a good cure?
(a) They're made by God.
(b) They smell good.
(c) They're healthier.
(d) They're timeless.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Alexander recommend as a cure for melancholy?

2. What does Burton believe happens to an illness if symptoms are alleviated?

3. How does Burton express cures for melancholy at the beginning of Chapter 9?

4. What does Burton claim is the benefit of chamomile?

5. From Burton's view, _____, madness, and melancholy are distinct.

(see the answer key)

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