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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Fountainhead.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Plutarch die?
(a) 297 B.C.
(b) 800 B.C.
(c) 120 A.D.
(d) 345 A.D.

2. Seneca the Younger adheres to which school of philosophy?
(a) Phenomenology.
(b) Stoicism.
(c) Nihilism.
(d) Agrarianism.

3. What is unusual about Montaigne's first book, as opposed to any books thereafter?
(a) His first book was the only one of a personal nature.
(b) His first book was not of a personal nature.
(c) His first book was the only one published in his lifetime.
(d) His first book was the only commercially successful book.

4. When was Seneca the Younger born?
(a) 3 A.D.
(b) 525 A.D.
(c) 300 B.C.
(d) 1420 A.D.

5. What kind of social company does Sei Shonagon express hatred for in "Hateful Things?"
(a) Company that eats all of one's food.
(b) Company that does not talk.
(c) Company that asks prying questions.
(d) Company that will not leave.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Montaigne conclude in "Of a Monstrous Child?"

2. How did Montaigne's father treat Montaigne?

3. According to Montaigne, what is the source of the difference between men and women?

4. What does "Pleasure Boat Studio" refer to?

5. Why prompted Montaigne to retire from his career to pursue writing?

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