Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial by Sir Thomas Browne

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6. Which literary device is commonly used by Browne?

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

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

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

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

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

9. How does Browne view death in his essay?

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

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