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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Myth of Sisyphus: Absurd Creation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What factors ought to underpin discussion of the meaning of life?
(a) The rebel and his place in history.
(b) Common sense and understanding.
(c) Common sense and perseverence.
(d) Don Quixote and a sense of the absurd.

2. What is meant by 'savoir-faire'?
(a) A good person.
(b) Knowing what to do, or having tact.
(c) Gentle behavior.
(d) The ability to savor good food.

3. What sacrifice does Loyola say God rejoices in?
(a) The sacrifice of celibacy.
(b) The sacrifice of humility?
(c) The sacrifice of the intellect.
(d) The sacrifice of hope.

4. What embodies 'a drama of the intelligence', according to Camus?
(a) The plays of Shakespeare.
(b) The great scientific discoveries.
(c) A marvel of engineering.
(d) A work of art.

5. What does Camus claim is different about his discussion of suicide?
(a) It is easier to read than most works of philosophy.
(b) His attitude to it is more sympathetic.
(c) He sees it as an individual matter, not purely a social one.
(d) His views have been formed after conducting many interviews.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the legendary Faust remembered for?

2. Why does Chestov think we turn to God?

3. What is a consequence of love?

4. What phenomenon can humans have no experience of?

5. Why are European cemeteries hideous?

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