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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Book 2 : Chapter 2, Submission.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Rousseau lose his apprenticeship?
(a) He was caught stealing.
(b) He got drunk one night.
(c) He ran away.
(d) He returned home to care for his parents.

2. What advantage does physical activity confer on a student?
(a) Vigor to face the threats in life.
(b) Hard-heartedness to face suffering.
(c) Strength to overcome emotions.
(d) Patience to face loss.

3. How many children did Rousseau have?
(a) 5.
(b) 0.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

4. Who should have the power in a family?
(a) The nanny.
(b) The child.
(c) God.
(d) The parents.

5. What does Rousseau say he wants Emile to learn?
(a) Discipline.
(b) Ignorance.
(c) Philosophy.
(d) Virtue.

Short Answer Questions

1. When should children begin book learning, in Rousseau's opinion?

2. What proportion of children reached adulthood in Rousseau's time?

3. Rousseau contrasts book learning with what kind of learning?

4. Whom does Rousseau address directly in the section on submission?

5. What was the official perception of "Emile"?

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