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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. Burton explains there are natural and _______ causes for melancholy.
(a) Imagined.
(b) Serious.
(c) Supernatural.
(d) Comical.
2. What kind of people does Burton cite as causing melancholy in Chapter 8?
(a) Politicians.
(b) Witches.
(c) Friends.
(d) Mothers.
3. Burton believes God is _____ to punish people.
(a) Happy.
(b) Reluctant.
(c) Free.
(d) Afraid.
4. Burton sees people with fiery temperaments as very ______.
(a) Disturbed.
(b) Happy.
(c) Emotional.
(d) Dangerous.
5. Many writers call melancholy a form of ______.
(a) Coping.
(b) Love.
(c) Madness.
(d) Anxiety.
Short Answer Questions
1. At the beginning of Chapter 2, Burton explains _____ is a large component of melancholy.
2. What does Burton see as the current status of angels and demons?
3. Aside from the common person, Burton's audience includes _____.
4. Burton thinks demons may be references to _______.
5. What kind of water does Burton believe is better to drink?
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