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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction and Appendix.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what age can a monarch be appointed in Britain?
(a) At age twenty.
(b) At any age.
(c) At age fifteen.
(d) At age ten.

2. From where was English rule founded?
(a) America.
(b) France.
(c) Italy.
(d) England.

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

4. How long would news take to travel from England to America if the two countries were to reconcile at this point?
(a) Two or three months.
(b) Four or five months.
(c) Two or three weeks.
(d) Four or five weeks.

5. What does Paine believe would end government through hereditary?
(a) Having each king elected.
(b) Having each king only serve for five years.
(c) Having each king only serve two terms.
(d) Having each king only serve for ten years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What grows along with a society?

2. What does Paine use examples from scripture to explain?

3. How many ancient tyrannies does Paine think comprise the English Constitution?

4. What did Gideon deny?

5. What tactic will the king use to gain favor in the long run if he cannot rule through force in the short run?

(see the answer key)

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