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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 34 - 37.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Erasmus states that jokes can be handled in such a way that a reader finds more reward in them than in a what?
(a) A play.
(b) An argument.
(c) A riddle.
(d) A treatise.

2. Folly states that Christ compared himself with which foolish animal?
(a) A kitten.
(b) A lamb.
(c) A dog.
(d) A donkey.

3. Which god was given a name that means "foolish" in Greek?
(a) Zeus.
(b) Venus.
(c) Aphrodite.
(d) Bacchus.

4. What is unknown in the place of Folly's birth?
(a) Toil, old age, and sickness.
(b) Harsh words or war.
(c) Youth, immaturity, and pain.
(d) Gardens.

5. Folly states that man's mind is most susceptible to what?
(a) Reality.
(b) Facts.
(c) Falsehoods.
(d) Truth.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Folly, what is the seed and source of all deeds which win praise?

2. Erasmus says there is merit in being attacked by whom?

3. Folly considers emotions to be what in relation to wisdom?

4. What does Folly state is necessary for friendship?

5. How does Folly describe a wise man without emotions?

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