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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Chapters 96 - 99.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the Count's major source of wealth?
(a) An inheritance.
(b) Slave labor.
(c) Land ownership.
(d) Stocks and bonds.

2. Which ancient philosopher is the topic of Chapter 77?
(a) Aristotle.
(b) Aristophanes.
(c) Socrates.
(d) Plato.

3. The author claims that the General suffered from becoming repeatedly infatuated with what types of women?
(a) Greedy ones.
(b) Attractive but unintelligent ones.
(c) Promiscuous ones.
(d) Intimidating ones.

4. What is the General's response to Ulrich's assertion that he values intellect too highly in Chapter 85?
(a) He is accustomed to being around intellectuals, so stupid people bore him.
(b) He has found too much anti-intellectualism in the soldiers' mess halls over the years.
(c) He values intellect only when it is combined with other virtues.
(d) He doesn't value intellect more than anyone else, but he appreciates it more.

5. According to the information given in Chapter 96, what creates a calm temperament?
(a) One tendency, which is peaceful because it has no competition.
(b) Two different tendencies, which are constantly battling but are evenly matched.
(c) Two different tendencies, which peacefully coexist.
(d) One tendency, which is peaceful because it doesn't know anything else.

Short Answer Questions

1. What important concept is introduced in Chapter 99?

2. Which two people admit to liking Ulrich in Chapter 93?

3. Why is there a conflict between Walter and Ulrich, according to Clarisse?

4. The author suggests in Chapter 77 that an ancient philosopher could do what?

5. What does Clarisse realize about her husband in Chapter 97?

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