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Question

“Fop at the toilet, flatt’rer at the board
Now trips a lady, a now struts a lord.”
The above lines are quoted from

The correct answer is Epistle to Dr. Arbuthnot

Quote Source Identification

The lines:

“Fop at the toilet, flatt’rer at the board
Now trips a lady, a now struts a lord.”

are quoted from Epistle to Dr. Arbuthnot by Alexander Pope.

Context and Reasoning

This poem, a significant work of satire by Alexander Pope, opens by depicting the bustling and often superficial social scene of London. The lines specifically describe the varied characters and social interactions observed by the speaker, highlighting vanity and social climbing.

  • The quote effectively sets the scene, showcasing Pope's sharp observation of society.
  • It aligns with the poem's general theme of social commentary and personal reflection.
  • The style and tone are characteristic of Pope's satirical works, particularly this specific poem addressed to his friend Dr. John Arbuthnot.

Therefore, the correct identification of the source is Epistle to Dr. Arbuthnot.

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