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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, A Discourse on the Moral Effects of the Arts and Sciences, Part II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rousseau believe is the reason men now live apart?
(a) Secrecy is best.
(b) To have more land.
(c) To hide their wickedness.
(d) To keep their personal secrets.

2. What is the abuse of morality generated by, according to "Chapter 2, A Discourse on the Moral Effects of the Arts and Sciences, Part II"?
(a) The growth of inequality between men.
(b) The growth of desire.
(c) The use of science.
(d) The growth of social classes.

3. Who spread knowledge to the masses, according to Rousseau?
(a) Historians.
(b) Textbook writers.
(c) Priests.
(d) Kings.

4. Who did Rousseau praise for his ignorance in "Chapter 1, A Discourse on the Moral Effects of the Arts and Sciences, Part 1"?
(a) Socrates.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Issac Newton.
(d) Plato.

5. Which other civilizations were NOT mentioned by Rousseau as being impacted by the progress of art?
(a) Ancient Egypt.
(b) Greece.
(c) Rome.
(d) Ireland.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rousseau believe ensures wicked doctrines corrupting life forever?

2. According to Rousseau, in the revival, the arts and sciences existed under what entities?

3. What civilizations does Rousseau follow to track the decline of morality?

4. According to Rousseau, why does science lead to war?

5. Why does Rousseau think men lie under restraint?

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