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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Canto I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Pope describe the French book where he learned about Rosicrucians?
(a) History.
(b) Tragedy.
(c) Epic.
(d) Novel.

2. What pets rouse in Canto I (15)?
(a) Song birds.
(b) Kittens.
(c) Lap dogs.
(d) Cats.

3. How does Ariel introduce herself?
(a) Dedicated nymphs.
(b) Wise protector.
(c) Guardian sylph.
(d) Watchful sprite.

4. How may mortals enjoy the compahy of Sylphs?
(a) By being sincere.
(b) By being disciplined.
(c) By being chaste.
(d) By being willing to learn.

5. In Canto I, at what time do sleepless lovers wake (16)?
(a) 12.
(b) 8.
(c) 6.
(d) 10.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto I, who do angels visit (33)?

2. What foundation did Pope use for the poem that related to spirits?

3. How many times does the bell ring in Canto I (17)?

4. To whom are secret truths revealed that are hidden from the educated?

5. What does Belinda dream of in Canto I?

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