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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Francis Bacon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what way is Bacon's reconstruction thought superior to that of Aristotle?
(a) more practical than theoretical
(b) less idealistic and more severe
(c) less detailed, evolving slowly
(d) more flexible for the people

2. What comprises Plato's writing style?
(a) mathematics, rhetoric, and music
(b) philosophy, rhetoric, and mathematics
(c) drama, science, and sophistry
(d) philosophy and poetry, science and art

3. What does Aristotle teach at the Lyceum?
(a) athletics and mathematics
(b) the socratic Method
(c) physical and mental training
(d) biology and natural sciences

4. How far is Alexander able to spread Greek culture?
(a) into Persia
(b) into Egypt
(c) into Asia Minor
(d) all over the world

5. Where is a meeting held to discuss the Republic?
(a) at the Lyceum
(b) in the Parthenon
(c) at the house of a wealthy aristocrat, Cephalus
(d) at the Acropolis

Short Answer Questions

1. What method do all the fields of study--science, discipline, art and music--use in common?

2. What does Bacon suggest should be observed similar to Machiavellian philosophy?

3. What does Bacon call for elimination in his philosophy?

4. What is a special element of soul in the human being according to Aristotle?

5. What is Aristotle's foundation of logic?

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