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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Canto III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the sylphs help Belinda during the card game in Canto III?
(a) They show her what cards to play.
(b) They ensure she is dealt a good hand.
(c) They sit on important cards.
(d) They whisper what cards her opponents have.

2. In Canto I, how many bright Inhabitants of Air watch over Belinda?
(a) 50.
(b) 500.
(c) 1,000.
(d) 20.

3. What do the queens on the Ombre cards hold?
(a) Jewels.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Tea cups.
(d) Lap dogs.

4. What does the Baron use to light his fire when he burns old tokens from love affairs?
(a) Dry twigs.
(b) Love letters.
(c) Newspapers.
(d) Scraps of cloth.

5. After Belinda wins the game, what do she and her companions drink?
(a) Red wine.
(b) Coffee.
(c) Tea.
(d) White wine.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto I, at what time do sleepless lovers wake (16)?

2. What magnificent building is near where the boat takes Belinda and her companions?

3. What suit does the Baron play after successes in Ombre (75)?

4. How may mortals enjoy the compahy of Sylphs?

5. What did Pope want his audience to laugh at?

(see the answer key)

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