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Persons and Places by George Santayana - Quiz
Contributed by: Drake
  • 1. In which literary genre does 'Persons and Places' fit?
A) Fiction.
B) Autobiography.
C) Poetry.
D) Drama.
  • 2. Which city is often associated with Santayana's childhood?
A) Paris.
B) Rome.
C) London.
D) Madrid.
  • 3. What aspect of Santayana's life significantly influenced his writing?
A) His studies in science.
B) His experiences as an expatriate.
C) His work in government.
D) His military service.
  • 4. What does Santayana believe about happiness?
A) It is unattainable.
B) It depends on external validation.
C) It arises from acceptance of reality.
D) It is found in wealth.
  • 5. What does Santayana suggest art provides?
A) A distraction from life.
B) A way to enforce morality.
C) A deeper connection to reality.
D) An escape from emotions.
  • 6. What profession did George Santayana primarily hold?
A) Philosopher and writer.
B) Scientist.
C) Diplomat.
D) Politician.
  • 7. In 'Persons and Places', what does Santayana reflect on?
A) His own life experiences.
B) Historical events in America.
C) The state of modern philosophy.
D) Technological advancements.
  • 8. Santayana had a significant interest in which field?
A) Medicine.
B) Mathematics.
C) Engineering.
D) Aesthetics.
  • 9. Who was an influential figure in Santayana's philosophical development?
A) Henri Bergson.
B) Bertrand Russell.
C) John Dewey.
D) William James.
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