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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Proust when his attacks began?
(a) 9 years old.
(b) 10 years old.
(c) 12 years old.
(d) 11 years old.

2. What was Proust's father's occupation?
(a) He was a doctor.
(b) He was a writer.
(c) He was a lawyer.
(d) He was a teacher.

3. Who does De Botton wonder can be separated from his or her work in Chapter 4?
(a) Musicians.
(b) Artists.
(c) Writers.
(d) Singers.

4. What did Proust feel people should take the time to create?
(a) Unique expressions.
(b) A good meal.
(c) Unique thought.
(d) A nice essay.

5. What was Proust's perception of his own sexuality?
(a) He was numb to himself.
(b) He self loved.
(c) He was narcissistic.
(d) He self loathed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the title of Proust's father's most successful book?

2. What is Proust legendary for?

3. What does Proust urge his readers to focus on?

4. Who is Marcel Proust?

5. Who is Albertine?

(see the answer key)

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