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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many locks of hair does Belinda allow to fall down the back of her neck?
(a) 2.
(b) 4.
(c) 8.
(d) 6.

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

3. To whom are secret truths revealed that are hidden from the educated?
(a) Maids and children.
(b) Virgins.
(c) The elderly.
(d) Maids and youths.

4. Who would kiss the cross that Belinda wore?
(a) Moors.
(b) Pagans.
(c) Atheists.
(d) Jews.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author sing about in Canto I (1)?

2. What queen is mentioned in Canto III?

3. How may mortals enjoy the compahy of Sylphs?

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

5. On how many tricks does Belinda's fate in the card game stand (94)?

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