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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. How long does Burke think English subjects should serve in the Parliament?
(a) Never.
(b) Only the first three quarters of their lives.
(c) Only the first half of their lives.
(d) Forever.

2. According to Paine, what is the difference between society and government?
(a) Positivism versus negativism.
(b) East versus West.
(c) North versus South.
(d) Right versus wrong.

3. When did Edmund Burke attack the French Revolution in a book?
(a) 1718.
(b) 1781.
(c) 1791.
(d) 1719.

4. On which concept was the old Whig party based?
(a) Heredity.
(b) Representation.
(c) A three-party system.
(d) A two-party system.

5. In his letter to Howe, what comparison does Paine make about arguing with a man who has no use for authority?
(a) Talking to the dead.
(b) Giving medicine to the dead.
(c) Talking to a wall.
(d) Reasoning with a wall.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. For what does Paine compliment Washington?

4. Why does England constantly need a foe to battle?

5. What does Paine believe each generation should have?

(see the answer key)

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