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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Canto I, at what time do sleepless lovers wake (16)?
(a) 6.
(b) 10.
(c) 12.
(d) 8.

2. How many times does the Baron blow on his fire to get it started?
(a) 3.
(b) 6.
(c) 4.
(d) 5.

3. To whom are secret truths revealed that are hidden from the educated?
(a) Maids and children.
(b) Maids and youths.
(c) Virgins.
(d) The elderly.

4. What color is used to describe Belinda's neck?
(a) Pearly.
(b) Pale.
(c) Sallow.
(d) Ivory.

5. What does the Baron do when he admires Belinda's shining hair?
(a) Wants to caress a lock.
(b) Plots how to take it.
(c) Wants to kiss a lock.
(d) Wants to touch it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ariel say that his task and the task of his denizens is?

2. How many French romances did the Baron burn?

3. Who will watch over Belinda's dog?

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

5. After death, where do the minds of women slide away?

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