Persian Letters. Translated with an Introd. and Notes, by C. J. Betts Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 114 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Persian Letters. Translated with an Introd. and Notes, by C. J. Betts Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 125 - 138.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Usbek, what choice do the tax laws leave men to choose between?
(a) Life and money.
(b) Women and money.
(c) Life and land.
(d) Virtue and intelligence.

2. Where is Usbek's house located?
(a) Baghdad.
(b) Mecca.
(c) Ispahan.
(d) Jerusalem.

3. What is the consequence feared by Rhedi in letter 102 once men learn enough about science?
(a) Man will destroy itself.
(b) Men will kill the gods.
(c) Men will go to the moon.
(d) Men will create artificial intelligence.

4. What is debated in different parts of the world according to letter 36?
(a) Slavery.
(b) The rights of women.
(c) The power of kings.
(d) The rights of children.

5. What does Rica do to blend in in Paris?
(a) He grows a beard.
(b) He gets drunk.
(c) He wears western clothes.
(d) He wears a top hat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Zephis's slave?

2. Why did the neighbors of the society described in letters 10 to 14 become jealous?

3. How long has Usbek been in Paris by the time he sends letter 22?

4. What is Rica writing about in letter 106?

5. Who does Rica think is of no use according to letter 124?

(see the answer key)

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