Orthodoxy Test | Mid-Book Test - Medium

Mid-Book Test (up to Chapter V: The Flag of the World)

This test consists of 5 multiple choice, 5 short answer, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What words does Chesterton prefer when referring to nature?
a) Law, necessity, order.
b) Law, theory, science.
c) Charm, spell, enchantment.
d) Necessity, order, tendency.

2. In Chapter Two, what drives a man to insanity?
a) Religion.
b) Poetry.
c) Reason.
d) Unanswered questions.

3. Why, according to Chesterton, can a madman never understand simple, careless acts?
a) He does not notice insignificant things.
b) He sees purpose in every act.
c) He cannot differentiate between careless and important acts.
d) His world is comprised of careless acts.

4. Why does Chesterton think glass is so often used in fairy tales?
a) Glass is unusual for...
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