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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. How does Burton begin discussing his methodology for dealing with melancholy in Chapter 2?
(a) Through historical references.
(b) Through a chart.
(c) Through metaphor.
(d) Through riddles.

2. What symbolism does Burton use to describe fiery temperaments?
(a) Warriors.
(b) Bombs.
(c) Coals.
(d) Lions.

3. Someone with lycanthropy has _______ legs.
(a) Scabby.
(b) Hairy.
(c) Pale.
(d) Long.

4. What is Burton's second step to correcting melancholy?
(a) Suing someone.
(b) Renovating one's life.
(c) Getting more sleep.
(d) Finding out the cause.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why would herbal remedies be a good cure?

2. Where are lycanthrops during the day?

3. What is Burton's third step to correcting melancholy?

4. What does Burton believe is the only way the Devil can punish humans?

5. Burton thinks a dietary problem is _____.

(see the answer key)

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