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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Folly born?

2. Folly claims that all emotions belong to whom?

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

4. In Folly's opinion, what develops prudence?

5. Whom does Folly consider more foolish than men?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Folly describe her parentage?

2. In his Prefatory Letter, why did Erasmus marvel at the sensitivity of present-day ears?

3. Describe Folly's birthplace.

4. Why did Erasmus ask More to be a champion of Folly?

5. Why is Folly dressed in unaccustomed garb?

6. In his Prefatory Letter, did Erasmus admit he wrote Praise of Folly with sarcasm?

7. Does Folly speak highly of prudence?

8. How long did Folly say she spent writing her speech?

9. What benefits does Folly dispense to men?

10. Why does Folly consider her presence to be essential to friendship?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Both Erasmus in his Prefatory Letter and Folly in her speech appeal to precedents. Compare the two passages. What is the purpose of each? Whom does Erasmus reference? Whom does "Folly" reference?

Essay Topic 2

In his Prefatory Letter, Erasmus anticipates the criticism that his book is too frivolous for a theologian. How does he respond to the charge? Having read the book, how would you respond? Include specific citations from the book in your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Does Erasmus display Self-love? Consider the passages in which Folly speaks about Erasmus's interests and occupations. Support your answer from the text.

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