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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Age of Reason.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What war does Paine believe might have been the inspiration for a Christian tale about the Almighty?
(a) The Giants against Jupiter.
(b) The Giants against Neptune.
(c) The Giants against Saturn.
(d) The Giants against Mercury.

2. To what does Paine compare kings?
(a) Water.
(b) Rocks.
(c) Fire.
(d) Animals.

3. Which one of Burke's books contained several pages quoted from the Rights of Man?
(a) Further Reflections on the French Revolution.
(b) Appeal from the New to the Old Whigs.
(c) A Vindication of Natural Society.
(d) Thoughts on the Present Discontents.

4. Which years of the American Revolution did America have no government?
(a) The last two.
(b) The last three.
(c) The first three.
(d) The first two.

5. How long would news take to travel from England to America if the two countries were to reconcile at this point?
(a) Four or five months.
(b) Four or five weeks.
(c) Two or three weeks.
(d) Two or three months.

Short Answer Questions

1. What point does Paine make about the rights of people to believe in events that took place?

2. What are the decrees outlining the foundation for a new French government called?

3. What does Howe support that draws Paine's criticism?

4. How does Paine describe the Quakers?

5. How many years does Paine think the aristocracy or monarchy will last after the writing of his pamphlet?

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