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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) Wise.
(b) Foolish.
(c) Impulsive.
(d) Indulgent.

2. Folly states that men create art because of a thirst for what?
(a) Independence.
(b) Wisdom.
(c) Fame.
(d) Money.

3. Erasmus follows the well-known popular proverb that states that a man should do what?
(a) Praise others before himself.
(b) Speak with false humility.
(c) Praise himself, if no one else will.
(d) Defame himself.

4. According to Erasmus, nothing is more entertaining than treating what in such a way as to make it clear you are doing anything but trifling with them?
(a) Serious subjects.
(b) Trivialities.
(c) Readers.
(d) Political leaders.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. If someone could look down upon the life of man as Jove does, what does Folly say he would see?

2. According to Folly, who provides all advantages in life?

3. To whom did Erasmus dedicate The Praise of Folly?

4. What happens when Folly begins addressing the crowd?

5. What does Folly accuse of causing the bloom of youthful beauty to fade?

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