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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: On the Creature Called Man, Chapter VIII: The End of the World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Chesterton say is the relationship between reason and religion?
(a) They are two sides of our world view.
(b) They work together to create a whole.
(c) They appease each other.
(d) They are separate, except in Christendom.

2. How does Chesterton wish to view and discuss the earth?
(a) In a familiar fashion.
(b) From a scientific viewpoint.
(c) From an astronomical standpoint.
(d) As the most important planet.

3. Who does Chesterton label as the most inspirational character from the story of the fall of Troy?
(a) Paris.
(b) Hector.
(c) Helen.
(d) Achilles.

4. Despite the level of sincerity a myth might be understood, what does Chesterton say is still present?
(a) Reality and religious sentiment.
(b) Fundamental belief.
(c) Skepticism.
(d) Superficiality.

5. When morality and faith in the gods was crumbling in Rome, what else does Chesterton say was crumbling?
(a) Desire for violence.
(b) Curiosity.
(c) The hope for mankind.
(d) Intellectuality and philosophy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What personage from Troy does Chesterton say created an archetype and impacted history?

2. What does Chesterton say is missing from the popular depiction of prehistory?

3. Chesterton says cave men cannot be compared to what?

4. What does Chesterton say is a danger when analyzing mythologies?

5. To the Romans, who were used to hearing about so many different sects and religions, what does Chesterton say was different when they heard about Christ?

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