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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many sylphs are cut in two when the Baron cuts the lock from Belinda's head?
(a) 1.
(b) 4.
(c) 2.
(d) 3.

2. How many tricks must be captured when playing Ombre?
(a) 5.
(b) 7.
(c) 9.
(d) 11.

3. Where does the Baron say Belinda's lock will always be?
(a) Worn in a locket.
(b) Worn round his arm.
(c) Worn on his hand.
(d) Kept in a snuffbox.

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

5. After the Baron cuts her hair, what does she feel in her heart?
(a) Troubled fancies.
(b) Quiet sensibilities.
(c) Secret passions.
(d) Quiet avocations.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many sylphs are to watch over Belinda's petticoat?

3. How are the sylphs described as they wait for what might befall Belinda?

4. How is Belinda's mind described?

5. In Canto I, who do angels visit (33)?

(see the answer key)

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