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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. Someone with lycanthropy has ______ eyes.
(a) Hollow.
(b) Bright.
(c) Black.
(d) Red.

2. What kinds of ideas does Burton believe deities personify?
(a) Familiar.
(b) Necessary.
(c) Abstract.
(d) Concrete.

3. How does Burton categorize types of melancholy?
(a) By people's reactions.
(b) By the cause.
(c) By the symptoms.
(d) By the duration.

4. What kind of people does Burton cite as causing melancholy in Chapter 8?
(a) Witches.
(b) Mothers.
(c) Friends.
(d) Politicians.

5. Burton sees people with fiery temperaments as very ______.
(a) Emotional.
(b) Happy.
(c) Disturbed.
(d) Dangerous.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Where do people with lycanthropy spend their time?

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

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

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