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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, The Third Partition : Chapter 13, Aritficial Allurements.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Burton discusses that exercising the ______ is a cure for melancholy.
(a) Soul.
(b) Body.
(c) Mouth.
(d) Mind.

2. Many writers call melancholy a form of ______.
(a) Madness.
(b) Anxiety.
(c) Coping.
(d) Love.

3. What behavioral issue does Burton accredit melancholy to?
(a) Sloth.
(b) Excess.
(c) Selfishness.
(d) Poor hygiene.

4. Burton's views of airy and fiery spirits are related to ______.
(a) Weather.
(b) Economy.
(c) God.
(d) Age.

5. What is the appearance of the melancholic humor?
(a) It's dark.
(b) It's clear.
(c) It's warm.
(d) It's dry.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Burton's opinion, what is the benefit of large-scale disasters and diseases?

2. Why does Burton think nuns don't sleep in their own beds?

3. At the beginning of Chapter 2, Burton explains _____ is a large component of melancholy.

4. Burton believes devils are to plagues as airborne particles are to _______.

5. What does Burton believe is a subtle substance produced by the body?

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