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'The Spectator’s Account of Himself' by Addison and Steele; Brief-answer Questions

The Spectator’s Account of Himself

 by Addison and Steele

1. What is the motive of writing “The Spectator's Account of Himself”?

Ans: The motive of writing “The Spectator's Account of Himself” is to grab the interest of the reader by giving the details of the writer himself so that the readers can better understand the writing.

2. Why do you think the writer of 'The Spectator's Account of Himself’ keeps on visiting all the places?

Ans: The writer of 'The Spectator's Account of Himself’ keeps on visiting all the places because he chose the life of an observer.

3. Which places does the writer visit during his stay in the city?

Ans: The writer visits in all the resorts, coffee houses, clubs and inner rooms of politics during his stay in the city.

4. Which personal information does the writer not want to reveal in “The Spectator's Account of Himself”?

Ans: In “The Spectator's Account of Himself”, the writer does not want to reveal the personal information like his name, age and lodgings.

5. Why do you think the writer does not want to disclose his name, age and lodgings?

Ans: The writer does not want to disclose his name, age and lodgings because this act of concealment may make him neutral.

6. How does the writer express himself?

Ans: The writer expresses himself through his writing.

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