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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Canto V, how does Pope refer to Thalestris?
(a) Camilla.
(b) Lavinia.
(c) Anna.
(d) Creusa.

2. 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.

3. How many times does the bell ring in Canto I (17)?
(a) 4.
(b) 5.
(c) 2.
(d) 3.

4. What creatures are mentioned as an example of how Belinda's locks can snare a man?
(a) Lions and tigers.
(b) Cats and dogs.
(c) Birds and fish.
(d) Parrots and trout.

5. How many sylphs are cut in two when the Baron cuts the lock from Belinda's head?
(a) 4.
(b) 3.
(c) 2.
(d) 1.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are the sylphs described as they wait for what might befall Belinda?

2. Why do judges quickly pass sentences?

3. What does Belinda do when she realizes her lock has been cut?

4. What will happen to a woman who scorns a man?

5. What do not die with a woman?

(see the answer key)

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