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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do sylphs guard the purity of maidens?
(a) Gradens and drawing rooms.
(b) Strolls and dinners.
(c) Balls and masquerades.
(d) Parties and games.

2. How does Ariel introduce herself?
(a) Wise protector.
(b) Watchful sprite.
(c) Dedicated nymphs.
(d) Guardian sylph.

3. What does Belinda dream of in Canto I?
(a) A glittering youth.
(b) An amorous suitor.
(c) A lover.
(d) A handsome beau.

4. In Canto I, from what motive did a dire offence occur (1)?
(a) Ardent.
(b) Romantic.
(c) Erotic.
(d) Amorous.

5. In Canto I, who do virgins find it difficult withstand when they speak?
(a) Florio and Damon.
(b) Corydon and Orlando.
(c) Arthur and Tristan.
(d) Marlowe and Tennyson.

Short Answer Questions

1. When have the nurse and the priest told Belinda about when elves dance?

2. What falls to the ground in Canto I when the bell is rung?

3. What pets rouse in Canto I (15)?

4. Why did Pope revise the poem?

5. To whom is The Rape of the Lock dedicated?

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