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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Of Constitutions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Besides the mutual dependence of man, what did Paine think would drive social order forward?
(a) Reciprocal interests.
(b) Varied laws.
(c) Varied interests.
(d) Reciprocal laws.

2. Besides English, which other language was Rights of Man published in?
(a) Spanish.
(b) German.
(c) French.
(d) Italian.

3. To begin the Preface, what was Paine's response to Burke's lack of support for the French Revolution?
(a) Shock.
(b) Disapppointment.
(c) Amusement.
(d) Anger.

4. Which two functions did Paine outline for governments in Of Constitutions?
(a) Developing laws and enforcing them.
(b) Passing laws and revising them.
(c) Developing laws and passing them.
(d) Passing laws and enforcing them.

5. What was it about George Washington, the first American President, that Paine thought put all of the kings to shame?
(a) His independence.
(b) His loyalty.
(c) His character.
(d) His courage.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which right did the French people have that Paine cited as something the English people did not have?

2. How did Paine characterize constitutions and governments in Of Constitutions?

3. Although Paine supported the Revolutions and their intentions, what did he make clear about his opinion of war?

4. How many articles did Paine discuss in Observations on the Declarations of Rights?

5. What did Paine say made actions right or wrong with Burke's flawed line of thinking?

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