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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what way does Belinda in the poem resemble Mrs. Fermor?
(a) Intelligence.
(b) Beauty.
(c) Common sense.
(d) Wisdom.

2. What might hide Belinda's faults if she had any?
(a) Kindness and generosity.
(b) Diplomacy and tact.
(c) Graceful ease and sweetness without pride.
(d) Peaceful spirit and gentle ways.

3. What do not die with a woman?
(a) Her dreams.
(b) Her memories.
(c) Her loves.
(d) Her vanities.

4. As Belinda and the others ride in the boat on the river, what weighs down the sylph's heart?
(a) Misery.
(b) Grief.
(c) Sorrow.
(d) Despair.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the book where Pope learned about Rosicrucians?

2. On what river can the sun be seen in Canto II?

3. To whom is The Rape of the Lock dedicated?

4. If Belinda has any faults of women, how can forget them?

5. Who would adore the cross that Belinda wore?

(see the answer key)

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