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Unit 2 Review Questions 11/15/2022
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Unit 2 Review Questions 11/15/2022

  • Due Nov 18, 2022 by 11:59pm
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Bodley’s Quest
As a supporter of the arts, Thomas Bodley always valued books. As a young teacher at Oxford, he realized that the library was
sadly lacking in materials and volunteered to help rebuild what had once been a magnificent collection.
Bodley began by dedicating his own money to help fund the purchase of manuscripts. However, he soon realized that, as the
collections grew, the university would need a new building to house the texts. While he could afford to help Oxford break
ground, the professor did not have sufficient funds to support the construction of an entire library.
A wealthy man, Thomas had many rich friends who could easily help with this project, but he also understood that his friends
did not value learning the same as he. The British nobility appreciated their own knowledge and their own education, but they
did not necessarily understand how promoting the learning of others would help England grow and prosper.
With this in mind, Thomas decided to begin by asking his friend, Kenelm of Digby, to contribute to the construction of a new
library.
When Kenelm entered the atrium of the university hall, Thomas led with his strongest pitch for acquiring the needed
donations. “Imagine...your name in giant letters, prominently displayed for every person who visits the library to see!”
explained Thomas to his friend.
“Books? Who cares about books?” Kenelm replied. “I want my name to be associated with power and prestige.”
“And it will be,” Thomas interrupted. “Every student who enters the library will see your name and associate it with his or her
learning.”
Kenelm scoffed at his friend’s statement. “Students? What do I care if a student sees my name on a wall in some classroom
somewhere? What can a student do for me?”
Thomas smiled because he had been prepared for this. “But Kenelm, don’t you see? Today’s students will be tomorrow’s
magistrates, or lords, or Members of Parliament. Imagine how much easier it will be to gain favor tomorrow when they owe
their entire education to you—to the donation that you have made.”
The Duke of Digby finally understood. A simple donation to his friend’s library today may get him recognized by future
scholars everywhere. The idea pleased Kenelm to no end.
“Tell me Bodley,” (Thomas knew he was in for a counteroffer. Kenelm only used his last name when he wanted something),
“can I get more than just my name?”
“What do you mean?”
“Well, what about a crest?”
Thomas wanted to hug his friend, but knew any emotional outburst would ruin his bargaining ground. Bodley knew that if he
showed too much excitement, his friend would want to be paid. He would demand a “finder’s fee” or ask for a discount. While
the Duke had plenty of money to donate, he was also a shrewd businessman. Bodley had not thought of anything other than
names in his book. Including crests and other illustrations could significantly increase interest. All British noble families have a
crest representing their family name. Printing a crest to Thomas’ Benefactors’ Book would significantly increase the price of
the book, but also allow him to ask for a larger donation to the library from the families, who want to have their crests
included.
“I don’t know,” Thomas said, hiding his excitement. “A crest would need to take up an entire page of the Benefactors’ Book,
and there is no telling how expensive that might be. It would require a sizable donation to the library. I mean, I’ll have to hire
an artist, and you’ll have to provide an example. A crest is much more complex than a name, you know.”
“Of course it is!” said Kenelm. “That is why it is that much better. Any old commoner can place his name upon a page, but it
takes nobility to have a crest.”
“I just don’t know if I...” began Bodley.
“Prepare a plan,” interrupted the Duke. “Price is of no consequence. You, my friend, shall get your library, and I—I shall have
my crest.”

#8
Based on the story, what is the quest referred to in the title “Bodley’s Quest”?
A. Bodley’s quest is to name the library for himself.
B. Bodley’s quest is to raise funds for the Oxford library.
C. Bodley’s quest is to help Kenelm gain power and influence.
D. Bodley’s quest is to have his name printed in the Benefactors’ Book.

#9
Which of the following sentences from the story BEST represents the theme of “Bodley’s Quest”?

A. A wealthy man, Thomas, had many rich friends who could easily help with this project, but he also understood that
his friends did not value learning the same as he.

B. The Duke of Digby finally understood. A simple donation to his friend’s library today may get him recognized by
future scholars everywhere.

C. Bodley had not thought of anything other than names in his book. Including crests and other illustrations could
significantly increase interest.

D. “Prepare a plan,” interrupted the Duke. “Price is of no consequence. You, my friend, shall get your library, and I—I
shall have my crest.”
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