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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What magnificent building is near where the boat takes Belinda and her companions?
(a) Apethorpe.
(b) Etham.
(c) Hampton.
(d) Kew.

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

3. As Belinda and the others ride in the boat on the river, what weighs down the sylph's heart?
(a) Despair.
(b) Grief.
(c) Misery.
(d) Sorrow.

4. What does Ariel say that his task and the task of his denizens is?
(a) To keep girls chaste.
(b) To guard virtue.
(c) To protect young women.
(d) To look after the beautiful.

5. What type of material is on the card table where Ombre is played?
(a) Silk.
(b) Wool.
(c) Linen.
(d) Velvet.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many times does the Baron blow on his fire to get it started?

2. How does Pope describe the French book where he learned about Rosicrucians?

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

4. Where do sylphs guard the purity of maidens?

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

(see the answer key)

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