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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Tavern : Chapter 3, Union through Rough Metaphor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In some of his poems, Rumi refers to religious figures:
(a) From fiction.
(b) Only from his faith.
(c) From different faiths.
(d) Only that he knows personally.

2. In a poem in Book 1, Chapter 3 involving a complicated love triangle consisting of a man and two women, Rumi explores what subjects?
(a) Reconciliation, division, and uncertainty.
(b) Love, jealousy, and fear.
(c) Lust and disgust.
(d) Humor and tragedy.

3. When did Coleman Barks first become interested in Rumi's poetry?
(a) 1985.
(b) 1976.
(c) 1952.
(d) 1969.

4. After Shams went away the first time, how did he return?
(a) Rumi promised a promotion if he came back.
(b) He came back via boat.
(c) Rumi sent out searchers to bring him back.
(d) He accompanied a group of nomads.

5. Who is Coleman Barks?
(a) Scholar.
(b) Psychologist.
(c) Satirist.
(d) Photographer.

Short Answer Questions

1. In a poem in Book 1, Chapter 2, when a city is taken by siege, what happens to one of the invaders?

2. Rumi asserts that the union between a man and a woman has what associated with it?

3. Rumi's works are deeply:

4. Who were Rumi's three main friends who inspired much of his poetry?

5. In the poem in Book 1, Chapter 2, about a man who wants a tattoo, what dilemma does he face?

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