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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. In Canto I, through what color curtains does the sun shine (13)?
(a) Rose.
(b) White.
(c) Burgundy.
(d) Navy.

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

5. What falls to the ground in Canto I when the bell is rung?
(a) Coverlet.
(b) Bolster.
(c) Slipper.
(d) Pillow.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Belinda and the others ride in the boat on the river, what weighs down the sylph's heart?

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

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

4. How many gloves did the Baron burn?

5. Who receives credit for the work the sylphs do to make Belinda beautiful in Canto I?

(see the answer key)

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