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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 437 - 455.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the narrator, what is a cult not worthy of worship?
(a) Hindu.
(b) Humanity.
(c) Judaism.
(d) Christianity.

2. Who wrote the play that the narrator discusses as terribly flawed?
(a) Shakespeare.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Williams.
(d) Ford.

3. Which season does the narrator generally discuss?
(a) Autumn.
(b) Winter.
(c) Spring.
(d) Summer.

4. Why does the narrator contend that a person cannot truly love another person?
(a) A person cannot own another person.
(b) It is impossible to fear a mere human.
(c) A person never really knows another person.
(d) It is impossible to respect humanity.

5. What does the narrator prepare for a tea party?
(a) Three dozen tea cakes.
(b) Napkins and tablecloth.
(c) Four small cups.
(d) A script for discussion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who, according to the author, is a prime example of the saying "ignorance is bliss?"

2. What, according to the narrator, is better than any destination one could travel to see?

3. What does the narrator say is the only true form of pleasure that exists?

4. When does the narrator believe he is truly able to be himself?

5. What does tedium seem to attack, according to the narrator?

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