Rights of Man | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Prefaces

1. Which century was Thomas Paine known for being one of the great political thinkers?

Eighteenth century.

2. What did Paine do to help the cause being fought for in the American Revolution?

He made a political case for it and supported the troops.

3. What type of work was Rights of Man?

A response.

4. Which of the following did Paine speak out against in Rights of Man?

Reflections on the Revolution in France.

5. What was the first part of Rights of Man written to accomplish?

To correct Burke's factual errors.

6. Why did Paine have an accurate account of the Revolution he discussed in Rights of Man?

He was on the ground during the war.

7. What is a good description of the second part of Rights of Man?

Philosophical.

8. How many prefaces did the first part of Rights of Man have?

Three.