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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many sylphs are to watch over Belinda's petticoat?
(a) 50.
(b) 25.
(c) 15.
(d) 5.

2. How may mortals enjoy the compahy of Sylphs?
(a) By being chaste.
(b) By being willing to learn.
(c) By being disciplined.
(d) By being sincere.

3. In Canto I, how many spirits fly round (41)?
(a) 20-30.
(b) Unnumbered.
(c) 100s.
(d) 1,000s.

4. In what way does Belinda in the poem resemble Mrs. Fermor?
(a) Common sense.
(b) Beauty.
(c) Wisdom.
(d) Intelligence.

5. On what river can the sun be seen in Canto II?
(a) Spey.
(b) Severn.
(c) Thames.
(d) Clyde.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of Canto II, what time of day is it?

2. What does Belinda dream of in Canto I?

3. What does the Baron do when he admires Belinda's shining hair?

4. How many times does the bell ring in Canto I (17)?

5. What is the name of the book where Pope learned about Rosicrucians?

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