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Prejudices by H. L. Mencken
Contributed by: Hewitt
  • 1. What is the main theme of Mencken's 'Prejudices'?
A) Analysis of capitalism
B) Critique of American society
C) Praise for democracy
D) Advocacy for socialism
  • 2. Which profession did Mencken often ridicule?
A) Bankers
B) Doctors
C) Politicians
D) Teachers
  • 3. Mencken's views on religion can be described as:
A) Reverent and pious
B) Critical and dismissive
C) Indifferent and neutral
D) Supportive and devout
  • 4. Mencken wrote extensively for which publication?
A) The Atlantic
B) The Smart Set
C) Time Magazine
D) The New Yorker
  • 5. What literary technique does Mencken frequently use?
A) Hyperbole
B) Imagery
C) Allegory
D) Understatement
  • 6. Mencken believes that most people are:
A) Ignorant and conformist
B) Educated and critical
C) Wise and discerning
D) Curious and adventurous
  • 7. What aspect of American life does Mencken particularly despise?
A) Industrialization
B) Consumerism
C) Puritanism
D) Technological advancement
  • 8. Which genre does Mencken primarily write in?
A) Essays
B) Novels
C) Short stories
D) Poems
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