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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 - 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Folly, what kind of man is unlucky in regards to children?
(a) Impulsive.
(b) Indulgent.
(c) Wise.
(d) Foolish.

2. Whom does Folly consider her sister?
(a) Friendship.
(b) Ignorance.
(c) Pleasure.
(d) Self-love.

3. Because Folly dispenses every benefit to all alike, what does she think she should be named?
(a) "Alpha" of all gods.
(b) "Fountain of Blessings"
(c) "Goddess Divine."
(d) "Benefactor" of all men.

4. What calmed a violent Roman mob?
(a) A storm.
(b) A fable.
(c) A speech.
(d) A comedy.

5. What grows in the place of Folly's birth?
(a) The tree of life.
(b) Butterflies.
(c) The gardens of Adonis.
(d) Onions.

Short Answer Questions

1. Folly is in poor repute even amongst whom?

2. What is the least deceptive mirror of the mind?

3. Erasmus states that his praise of folly has not been altogether what?

4. Erasmus follows the well-known popular proverb that states that a man should do what?

5. Whom does Folly consider more foolish than men?

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