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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Cure of Melancholy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Burton's second step to correcting melancholy?
(a) Getting more sleep.
(b) Renovating one's life.
(c) Finding out the cause.
(d) Suing someone.

2. What does Burton believe happens to symptoms if an illness is cured?
(a) They change.
(b) They go away.
(c) The get worse.
(d) They remain.

3. In Chapter 8, what inevitability does Burton observe as a cause for melancholy?
(a) Illness.
(b) Old age.
(c) Fear.
(d) Heartbreak.

4. What symbolism does Burton use to describe fiery temperaments?
(a) Bombs.
(b) Warriors.
(c) Coals.
(d) Lions.

5. What behavioral issue does Burton accredit melancholy to?
(a) Sloth.
(b) Excess.
(c) Poor hygiene.
(d) Selfishness.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aside from the common person, Burton's audience includes _____.

2. How does Burton categorize types of melancholy?

3. Burton believes God is _____ to punish people.

4. Burton claims that, for some, melancholy is normal and becomes a _____.

5. How does Burton regard those who claim they have melancholy?

(see the answer key)

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