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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, Letters : Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While Montaigne was in office in Bordeaux, what system experienced major problems?
(a) The highway system.
(b) The aqueduct system.
(c) The canal system.
(d) The sewage system.

2. Montaigne's father asked him to translate the unusual book discussed in Book 2 of Essays: Essay #12 into what language?
(a) French.
(b) Italian.
(c) Latin.
(d) Spanish.

3. What important female leader was a native of Montaigne's nation?
(a) Queen Elizabeth.
(b) Joan of Arc.
(c) Queen Isabelle.
(d) Dido.

4. What type of argument does Montaigne make regarding the book that he discusses in Book 2 of Essays: Chapter 7, Essay #12?
(a) Didactic.
(b) Discursive.
(c) Extemporaneous.
(d) Elective.

5. What is Montaigne's general attitude towards marriage?
(a) It is not for most people.
(b) It should be put off.
(c) It is not worth the effort.
(d) It is a huge burden.

Short Answer Questions

1. Montaigne suggests that the difference between a man and an animal is less than the difference between a man and what?

2. What major city is Montaigne headed to in the journeys described in Travel Journal: Chapter 13?

3. How many terms did Montaigne serve in office in Bordeaux?

4. What was the main motivation of the journeys that Montaigne describes in his travel journal?

5. How many of Montaigne's letters are known to exist?

(see the answer key)

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