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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 times do the sylphs pull on the diamond in Belinda's ear when the Baron gets close with scissors?
(a) 5.
(b) 6.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

2. In Canto I, who do virgins find it difficult withstand when they speak?
(a) Corydon and Orlando.
(b) Florio and Damon.
(c) Marlowe and Tennyson.
(d) Arthur and Tristan.

3. Who does the Knave of Diamonds conquer (87)?
(a) King of Hearts.
(b) Queen of Hearts.
(c) Queen of Spades.
(d) King of Spades.

4. In Canto I, what guardian prolongs Belinda's rest?
(a) Nymph.
(b) Sylph.
(c) Salamander.
(d) Gnome.

5. What happens to the wretches who the judges quickly pass sentences upon?
(a) Sent to prison.
(b) Put before a firing squad.
(c) Guillotined.
(d) Hanged.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Belinda choose as trumps when she plays Ombre?

3. When people come to enjoy the pleasures of Court, how might they spend instructive hours (11)?

4. How are the people described who are present when Belinda appears in Canto II?

5. What are some nymphs too conscious of?

(see the answer key)

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