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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV, Section VII, Maxims of Prudence, Human Wishes.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What philosopher is the subject of the first essay in Section I?
(a) Confucius.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Lao Tzu.
(d) Descartes.

2. Whose ideas must the Catholic Church take seriously in order revive?
(a) Plato.
(b) Liebniz.
(c) Luther.
(d) Pope John Paul II.

3. "Great Bass: Part One" focuses on the ______ an ear can hear.
(a) Lowest noises.
(b) Highest noises.
(c) Largest combination of frequencies.
(d) Smallest vibrations.

4. What type of people are the subject of "Sophists?"
(a) Psychologists.
(b) Painters.
(c) Philosophers.
(d) Physicians.

5. What is the effect Pound sees in usury?
(a) Destroying culture.
(b) Destroying business.
(c) Destroying personal lives.
(d) Destroying families.

Short Answer Questions

1. What essay is noted by the author to be dry, but that something worthwhile can come from reading it?

2. Who does Pound say people should not consult with?

3. "Savoir Faire" begins by asking what we mean to do when we ______.

4. What percentage of the time should one not respond to criticisms of one's artwork?

5. What qualifies Pound to give the advice he does in "Maxims of Prudence?"

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