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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. To what character may many of Montaigne's writings may be considered similar to?
(a) Optimistic.
(b) Anti-Semitic.
(c) Stoic.
(d) Platonic.

2. What did Kenko become in 1324?
(a) The emperor of Japan.
(b) An ambassador.
(c) A blacksmith.
(d) A Buddhist monk.

3. Who is the subject of Chapter 2 in the book?
(a) Michel de Montaigne.
(b) Mark Twain.
(c) Kenko.
(d) Seneca.

4. What BEST describes the writing styles of Richard Steele and Joseph Addison?
(a) Both men are spontaneous.
(b) Addison is spontaneous, while Steele is polished.
(c) Both men are polished.
(d) Addison is polished, while Steele is spontaneous.

5. What reasoning does Plutarch offer in "Consolation to His Wife?"
(a) There is no sense in mourning such a bad person.
(b) There is little sense in praying, as there are no gods.
(c) There is no sense in mourning someone who was released quickly from their earthly prison.
(d) Memories are nearly as good as the real person.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of social company does Sei Shonagon express hatred for in "Hateful Things?"

2. What is Michel de Montaigne considered to be?

3. When did Plutarch die?

4. According to Montaigne, what is the source of the difference between men and women?

5. What is the disposition of the eunuch Montaigne describes in "Of a Monstrous Child?"

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