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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Canto I, who do virgins find it difficult withstand when they speak?
(a) Marlowe and Tennyson.
(b) Corydon and Orlando.
(c) Florio and Damon.
(d) Arthur and Tristan.

2. Who did Pope intend to divert with the poem?
(a) Young men.
(b) His friends.
(c) Young ladies.
(d) Mrs. Fermor.

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

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

5. What does Ariel say that the sylphs can give their charges in dreams?
(a) Innovation.
(b) Invention.
(c) Motivation.
(d) Impetus.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What do the spirits of troublesome women become?

4. How many garters did the Baron burn?

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

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