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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Fountainhead.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what century did Sei Shonagon live?
(a) 18th century.
(b) 6th century.
(c) 14th century.
(d) 10th century.

2. How did Montaigne's father treat Montaigne?
(a) He forced him to work in a linen factory at age 8.
(b) He indulged and spoiled him.
(c) He abandoned him, and Montaigne was raised by his grandparents mostly.
(d) He whipped him cruelly for minor offenses.

3. What is Montaigne's general view of humanity?
(a) Humans are courageous and bold.
(b) Humans are murderous animals.
(c) Humans are noble and wise.
(d) Humans are vain and shameful.

4. When was Seneca the Younger born?
(a) 3 A.D.
(b) 525 A.D.
(c) 300 B.C.
(d) 1420 A.D.

5. What is the name of Montaigne's best friend?
(a) Thomas Lacroissier.
(b) Dominique de Villepin.
(c) Adelaide Durand.
(d) Etienne de La Boetie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Kenko become in 1324?

2. In "Slaves," what accounts for the bad behavior of slaves?

3. From his second book on, what subject did Montaigne promise to pursue?

4. What place does Seneca describe in "Scipio's Villa?"

5. Ou-Yank Hsiu is considered one of eight what?

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