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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Helen's Exile.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Oedipus' remark imply?
(a) That fate is a human matter, to be settled among men.
(b) That in certain circumstances, you might negotiate with the gods.
(c) That fate is cruel and will defeat you despite your pure nature.
(d) That fate is decided prior to birth.

2. What does Camus suggest happens in bad novels?
(a) There is substantial over-writing, especially with descriptive passages.
(b) There is too much emphasis on structure.
(c) Thought becomes more important than style.
(d) Dialogue is poorly written and often inappropriate to character.

3. What trees grow above the city?
(a) Olives and eucalypts.
(b) Mastics and olives.
(c) Mimosa and pittosporums.
(d) Olives and oranges.

4. What were the consequences of Sisyphus putting Death in chains?
(a) Pluto's empire became deserted and silent.
(b) Death took a terrible revenge.
(c) Pluto took Medea hostage.
(d) People partied continuously because Death never visited them.

5. What can be found at Padovani Beach?
(a) The best cafe in Algiers.
(b) A dance school for the poor.
(c) An all-day dance hall.
(d) Lifeguards trained in Australia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sacrifice does Loyola say God rejoices in?

2. What does Vincent do for a living?

3. Which famous Frenchwoman was self-reliant?

4. Who are 'the handmaids of justice'?

5. To which school of thought does Husserl belong?

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