Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial by Sir Thomas Browne

1. What is the main subject of 'Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial'?

A) Burial practices and urns
B) Political theories
C) Natural philosophy
D) Religious doctrines

2. Who is the author of 'Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial'?

A) Francis Bacon
B) Sir Thomas Browne
C) Samuel Johnson
D) John Milton

3. In what year was 'Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial' published?

A) 1628
B) 1658
C) 1678
D) 1688

4. What is the tone of 'Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial'?

A) Reflective and somber
B) Joyful and triumphant
C) Neutral and indifferent
D) Angry and confrontational

5. What kind of reflection does Browne make about the past?

A) He views it as a burden
B) He sees it as valuable for understanding the present
C) He thinks it should be ignored
D) He believes the past is irrelevant

6. Which literary device is commonly used by Browne?

A) Irony
B) Alliteration
C) Metaphor
D) Personification

7. Which motif is prevalent in Browne's writing?

A) Mortality
B) Wealth
C) Power
D) Love

8. What is one characteristic of Browne’s rhetorical style?

A) Casual and conversational
B) Simple and straightforward
C) Ornate and elaborate
D) Technical and dry

9. How does Browne view death in his essay?

A) As a mystery to solve
B) As a natural part of life
C) As a subject for frivolity
D) As a fearsome end

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