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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Ombre, what card defeats the Jack?
(a) King.
(b) Queen.
(c) Spadille.
(d) Ace.

2. What might hide Belinda's faults if she had any?
(a) Diplomacy and tact.
(b) Kindness and generosity.
(c) Graceful ease and sweetness without pride.
(d) Peaceful spirit and gentle ways.

3. What does Belinda choose as trumps when she plays Ombre?
(a) Hearts.
(b) Spades.
(c) Clubs.
(d) Diamonds.

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

5. When people come to enjoy the pleasures of Court, how might they spend instructive hours (11)?
(a) Walking in the gardens.
(b) Talking.
(c) Playing card games.
(d) Having tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what country is the stand that is used to raise the silver lamp in Canto III?

2. Who would kiss the cross that Belinda wore?

3. In Canto I (3), to whom does the author offer his poem?

4. What creatures are mentioned as an example of how Belinda's locks can snare a man?

5. Why do judges quickly pass sentences?

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