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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Sections 9-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Boorstin characterize Philo of Alexandria's view of philosophy?
(a) He sees it as the handmaiden of theology.
(b) He sees it as the true religion.
(c) He sees it as a temptation to evil.
(d) He sees it as the language of human logic.

2. What does Boorstin say Afghanistani made possible according to Hindus?
(a) Strife.
(b) Sight.
(c) Transformation.
(d) Reincarnation.

3. How does Boorstin say Muslims see creativity?
(a) As an echo of God's creation.
(b) As innate to human beings.
(c) As usurping Allah's prerogative.
(d) As dangerous.

4. What becomes harder to understand in a culture that believes in one god in Boorstin's account?
(a) Death.
(b) The nature of physical matter.
(c) The existence of evil.
(d) The origins of the universe.

5. What did Confucius say comprised wisdom?
(a) Knowing how to expand your power.
(b) Knowing how to survive.
(c) Knowing how to confront difficult questions without flinching.
(d) Knowing what you do not know.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Boorstin characterize Hindu religion?

2. What is the source of the epigraph that opens The Creators?

3. Why does Boorstin say people see artists as godlike?

4. What was the Romans' principal building material in Boorstin's opinion?

5. Who are the devas?

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