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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Age of Reason.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Paine's opinion, how is the admiration of a story determined?
(a) The more fantastic a story is, the less it will be admired.
(b) The more admired a story is, the less it will be doubted.
(c) The more admired a story is, the more it will be doubted.
(d) The more fantastic a story is, the more it will be admired.

2. How does Paine view the story of Eve and the apple?
(a) He thinks it is derogatory towards the Almighty.
(b) He thinks it is derogatory towards Eve.
(c) He thinks it is a testament to the intelligence of Eve.
(d) He thinks it is a testament to the powers of the Almighty.

3. According to Paine, what happened as a result of the Christian tales?
(a) A few moral standards improved.
(b) A few great lives were lived.
(c) Many moral standards improved.
(d) Many great lives were lived.

4. How many people witnessed and documented the Resurrection?
(a) Ten.
(b) Two.
(c) Nine.
(d) Three.

5. According to Paine, what should not be confused with religion?
(a) A full soul.
(b) An empty soul.
(c) A cold soul.
(d) A warm soul.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Paine describe tyranny?

2. How does Paine describe society?

3. If the American Revolution had been fought only to separate America from England, how much attention does Paine think it would have received?

4. What happens if people refuse to obey a law they oppose?

5. What ancient philosopher does Paine mention in Age of Reason?

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