Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial by Sir Thomas Browne

Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial by Sir Thomas Browne - Test

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6. Which literary device is commonly used by Browne?

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

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

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

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

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

9. How does Browne view death in his essay?

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

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