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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, Book 5 : Chapter 3, Emile Grows More Mature.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Emile say he will need if he becomes independent of other men?
(a) Money.
(b) Nature.
(c) Steady work.
(d) Family.

2. Against what kind of trap does Rousseau warn Emile?
(a) Insufficiently rigorous faith.
(b) Expensive offerings.
(c) Excessive dogmas.
(d) Demanding devotions.

3. What does Rousseau say is the trouble with being attractive to women?
(a) Making promises in love letters, which cannot be fulfilled.
(b) Being hounded into actions one is not ready for.
(c) Being overwhelmed by strong emotions.
(d) Getting into debt.

4. How does Rousseau say Sophy should be able to take care of her children?
(a) Listening to their problems.
(b) Plotting out their education.
(c) Caring for their physical needs.
(d) Tending to their souls.

5. What does Rousseau contrast with the active lifestyle?
(a) The meditative lifestyle.
(b) The sedentary lifestyle.
(c) The military lifestyle.
(d) The lifestyle of moderation.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What kind of religion does Rousseau urge upon Emile?

3. What distinction does epistemology seek to make?

4. What does Rousseau say is the danger of books?

5. What is the purpose of Sophy in the education Rousseau is designing for Emile?

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