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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Burton sees love causing an array of ______ and feelings.
(a) Thoughts.
(b) Actions.
(c) Emotions.
(d) Crimes.

2. Burton explains that melancholy can be caused by a ______ for God.
(a) Hate.
(b) Gift.
(c) Longing.
(d) Love.

3. Burton sees strong love as _____.
(a) Beautiful.
(b) Forced.
(c) Dangerous.
(d) Rare.

4. Burton explains women sometimes compromise themselves because of _______ or force.
(a) Inevitability.
(b) Persuasion.
(c) Love.
(d) Stupidity.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Burton's opinion, "love" also includes love between ____.

2. Burton writes, "...doth Cupids fire provoke tears from a _____ lover's eyes."

3. What kind of speech does Burton believe is most helpful to cure melancholy?

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

5. Burton believes love does best between what kinds of people?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Burton see love and hate as being similar?

2. Does Burton regard beauty as positive or negative in terms of love? Explain.

3. Does Burton believe love is avoidable? What are his suggestions?

4. To Burton, is love curable?

5. Is religion a potential cause for melancholy? How does Burton make the connection?

6. In Chapter 14, how highly does Burton regard love?

7. According to Burton, how can the Goddess of Virginity be corrupted?

8. According to Burton, between which types of people can love emerge?

9. What does Burton believe would happen if two young people were placed together?

10. According to Burton, do challenges help cure melancholy? Why or why not?

(see the answer keys)

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