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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Chapters 104 - 107.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author in Chapter 85, how does Nature create unity?
(a) By smoothing over differences.
(b) By combining opposites.
(c) By creating specialized roles for everyone and everything.
(d) By creating all life from the same basic materials.

2. Of what nationality is Arnheim?
(a) German.
(b) Prussian.
(c) Swiss.
(d) Austrian.

3. The author suggests in Chapter 77 that an ancient philosopher could do what?
(a) Go to a newspaper and prove his identity to the editors.
(b) Discuss political strategy with world leaders.
(c) Change the worldview of the most influential people.
(d) Host his own salon.

4. What does Clarisse realize about her husband in Chapter 97?
(a) He is afraid of her.
(b) He is no longer in love with her.
(c) He was never in love with her.
(d) She is afraid of him.

5. What is one of the main ideas brought into Diotima's circle of intellectuals in Chapter 89?
(a) Romanticism.
(b) Conservativism.
(c) Modernity.
(d) Impressionism.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clarisse think is the main difference between the two men she compares in Chapter 97?

2. For whom does Rachel work?

3. Where are Rachel and Soliman in Chapter 104?

4. What relationship is mentioned by the author in Chapter 96?

5. Who becomes infatuated with Diotima in Chapter 85?

(see the answer key)

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