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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Causes of Melancholy - the Demonaic causes.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Burton explains that most see the nature of demons as being _____.
(a) Corporeal.
(b) Animalistic.
(c) Evil.
(d) Holy.

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

3. In Burton's opinion, what is the negative side of large-scale diseases and disasters?
(a) It's expensive.
(b) It's dramatic.
(c) It's inevitable.
(d) It's tragic.

4. Who is the target for Burton's book?
(a) Histrical figures.
(b) Democritus.
(c) Modern people.
(d) His peers.

5. What is the nature of the choler humor?
(a) It's moist.
(b) It's warm.
(c) It's yellow.
(d) It's rare.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Burton credit as the cause of inexplicable melancholy?

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

3. Who are humanoid demons superior to?

4. Burton agrees with divine justice in that ____ causes suffering.

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

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