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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Rights of Man, Part I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which one of the following is not included in the natural rights Paine believes should be retained by people after they are born?
(a) The right to be provided for.
(b) The right to stand up for a cause.
(c) The right to practice religion.
(d) The right to procure happiness.

2. How many times does Burke mention the Bastille in his book?
(a) None.
(b) Only three times.
(c) Only once.
(d) Only twice.

3. What grows along with a society?
(a) A need for fewer regulations.
(b) A need for more regulations.
(c) A need for less taxation.
(d) A need for more taxation.

4. Since all men are created equal, what does Paine consider aristocracy to be?
(a) A deceptive practice.
(b) A hypocrisy.
(c) A naive attempt.
(d) A fallacy.

5. When does Paine wish the Revolution had begun?
(a) Eight days earlier.
(b) Eight months earlier.
(c) Eight days later.
(d) Eight months later.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does a strong government assure against?

2. What does Paine use examples from scripture to explain?

3. According to Paine, what is the difference between society and government?

4. In the Introduction, what does Paine state about the thoughts of the book?

5. From where was English rule founded?

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