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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 the Introduction, what does Paine state about the thoughts of the book?
(a) They may have been popular at an earlier date.
(b) They are popular for half of the country.
(c) They are popular for all of the country.
(d) They may not be popular.

2. To what does Paine compare kings?
(a) Fire.
(b) Rocks.
(c) Animals.
(d) Water.

3. What season does Paine use in the metaphor that ends the second part of the Rights of Man?
(a) Spring.
(b) Summer.
(c) Winter.
(d) Fall.

4. Why does Paine believe that America will succeed?
(a) Because of great numbers.
(b) Because of its political status.
(c) Because of its economic status.
(d) Because of unity.

5. What point does Paine use Joan of Arc as an example to support?
(a) America's political views.
(b) The weakness of the British rule.
(c) The strength of the American soldiers.
(d) America's sacrifice for independence.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which countries have left room in their Constitution for revision if necessary in the future?

2. In his letter to Howe, what comparison does Paine make about arguing with a man who has no use for authority?

3. Whose sermon given to celebrate the anniversary of the English Revolution does Burke misrepresent?

4. Where is the church located to which Paine subscribes?

5. What does Paine explain about the Almighty's response after Eve bites the apple?

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