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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, Remedies Against Discontents.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In divine justice, whose wrongdoings do people suffer from?
(a) God's.
(b) Criminals.
(c) Their family's.
(d) Their own.

2. What kind of food does Burton believe induces melancholy?
(a) Meat and dairy.
(b) Sugar and Salt.
(c) Vegetables.
(d) Potatoes.

3. Burton believes devils are to plagues as airborne particles are to _______.
(a) Pollution.
(b) Rain.
(c) Darkness.
(d) Disease.

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

5. What is Burton's first step to correcting melancholy?
(a) Recognizing its existence.
(b) Taking medication.
(c) Hours of meditation.
(d) Finding new friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Jupiter take on many guises?

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

3. What makes melancholy of special interest to Democritus?

4. How many ranks does Burton have for evil spirits?

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

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