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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the Rights of Man considered?
(a) A novel.
(b) An essay.
(c) A speech.
(d) A treatise.

3. What is the English government's position on the French Revolution?
(a) Half of the English government supports it.
(b) The English government does not support it.
(c) The English government supports it.
(d) Almost all of the English government supports it.

4. According to British law, how long do the children of the king have the right to rule over every common person?
(a) Only up until the third generation.
(b) Only up until the second generation.
(c) Only for the first generation.
(d) As long as the government reigns.

5. What does Burke continue to perpetuate with his actions?
(a) Animosity between the nations.
(b) England's decreased status in the world.
(c) A false sense of security for the nations.
(d) France's decreased status in the world.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which religious group of people does Paine think are persecuted?

3. According to Paine, what is the difference between society and government?

4. What does a strong government assure against?

5. According to Paine, which governments must unite to lead by example in order to ensure liberty worldwide?

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