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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Rise of the English Essay- Page 113-211.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What physical condition does Seneca discuss in a titular essay?
(a) Blindness.
(b) Rickets.
(c) Asthma.
(d) Leprosy.

2. What kind of social company does Sei Shonagon express hatred for in "Hateful Things?"
(a) Company that asks prying questions.
(b) Company that will not leave.
(c) Company that eats all of one's food.
(d) Company that does not talk.

3. What does a woman's level of attachment to a man depend upon, according to Sei Shonagon?
(a) The elegance with which a man talks to the woman.
(b) The way the man takes his leave of the woman.
(c) The quality of gifts the man gives the woman.
(d) The way a man smells.

4. What is the disposition of the eunuch Montaigne describes in "Of a Monstrous Child?"
(a) Thoughtful, and wise.
(b) Miserable and suicidal.
(c) Happy and free.
(d) Cautious, and paranoid.

5. Which of the following is NOT a feature of Charles Lamb's writing?
(a) Exaggerated metaphors.
(b) Excessive moralizing.
(c) Pen names.
(d) Mockery.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who wrote "An Hour or Two Sacred to Sorrow?"

2. Who wrote "A Chapter on Ears?"

3. What art form is Seneca considered the founder of?

4. What is the name of Montaigne's best friend?

5. In what century did Sei Shonagon live?

(see the answer key)

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