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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How many tricks must be captured when playing Ombre?
(a) 7.
(b) 5.
(c) 11.
(d) 9.

3. To whom is The Rape of the Lock dedicated?
(a) Mrs. Berenice Boyton.
(b) Mrs. Charlotte Gunwalloe.
(c) Mrs. Hyacinth Lamorran.
(d) Mrs. Arabella Fermor.

4. What time of day did the Baron burn old tokens from love affairs?
(a) Before Phoebus rose.
(b) After Phoebus rose.
(c) After 6 a.m.
(d) Before 8 a.m.

5. How is Belinda's mind described?
(a) Mature.
(b) Sprightly.
(c) Intelligent.
(d) Quick.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are some nymphs too conscious of?

2. Who would adore the cross that Belinda wore?

3. What does the author sing about in Canto I (1)?

4. What does Belinda play first that leads off two captive trumps and sweeps the board?

5. How many times do the sylphs pull on the diamond in Belinda's ear when the Baron gets close with scissors?

(see the answer key)

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