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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Rise of the English Essay- Page 113-211.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reasoning does Plutarch offer in "Consolation to His Wife?"
(a) There is no sense in mourning such a bad person.
(b) There is no sense in mourning someone who was released quickly from their earthly prison.
(c) Memories are nearly as good as the real person.
(d) There is little sense in praying, as there are no gods.

2. Where is Plutarch traveling when he writes "Consolation to His Wife?"
(a) Germany.
(b) North Africa.
(c) Gaul.
(d) Tanagra.

3. How did Seneca die?
(a) He choked on a chicken bone.
(b) He died from an asthma attack.
(c) He died in old age of natural causes.
(d) He took his own life.

4. To Plutarch, what is the greatest human bond?
(a) Marriage.
(b) The relationship between emperor and citizen.
(c) The relationship between brother and sister.
(d) Friendship.

5. In what century did Sei Shonagon live?
(a) 10th century.
(b) 6th century.
(c) 14th century.
(d) 18th century.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Plutarch consoling his wife in "Consolation to His Wife?"

2. According to Kenko, facing death should be like what?

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

4. Which place did Charles Lamb occupy amongst his siblings?

5. Who wrote "An Hour or Two Sacred to Sorrow?"

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