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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Rights of Man, Part II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Paine admire the Marquis?
(a) For his writings against the English.
(b) For his cooperation and wisdom during the American Revolution.
(c) For his economic support of the American Revolution.
(d) For his work with trade agreements between America and other countries.

2. How many years of the Revolution does Paine discuss in a letter to the Inhabitants of America?
(a) The last three.
(b) The first four.
(c) The first three.
(d) The last four.

3. Whom was the Rights of Man presented to?
(a) George Washington.
(b) Abraham Lincoln.
(c) Benjamin Franklin.
(d) John Adams.

4. What replaced hopelessness during a long battle, as Paine recounts?
(a) Vigor.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Fear.
(d) Boldness.

5. How many times does Burke mention the Bastille in his book?
(a) Only once.
(b) None.
(c) Only three times.
(d) Only twice.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Paine consider the government to be?

2. What are the questions about in Paine's last letter to the people of England?

3. According to Paine, whose role in the French Revolution should not be diminished?

4. Where is Paine living when Burke's pamphlet is being published?

5. What does a strong government assure against?

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