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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 109 - 150.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the narrator, what kind of man can keep outside influences from changing him?
(a) A wise man.
(b) A kind man.
(c) A thoughtful man.
(d) A gentleman.

2. What does the narrator say will contain little intelligence and much stupidity?
(a) Any idea he offers.
(b) Any idea born in his workplace.
(c) Any idea born by a group of people.
(d) Any idea based on religion rather than intellect.

3. What does the narrator believe people should groom the same way they groom their bodies?
(a) Their finances.
(b) Their religious faith.
(c) Their destiny.
(d) Their children.

4. When does the narrator believe he is truly able to be himself?
(a) At night.
(b) At the office.
(c) In church.
(d) On stage.

5. What is the subject of the lithograph that the narrator describes?
(a) A mischievious boy.
(b) A doctor.
(c) A sad girl.
(d) An old lady.

Short Answer Questions

1. The narrator says that other people live through their feelings. What does he say that he lives through?

2. Who, along with a particular poet, has helped the narrator perfect his vision of the world?

3. What source does the author use frequently for the imagery of his descriptions and definitions?

4. What complaint does the narrator make about the Tagus River in Section 79?

5. According to the narrator, what is a cult not worthy of worship?

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