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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which one of the following is not included in the natural rights Paine believes should be retained by people after they are born?
(a) The right to practice religion.
(b) The right to stand up for a cause.
(c) The right to procure happiness.
(d) The right to be provided for.

2. Why does England constantly need a foe to battle?
(a) To increase jobs through war.
(b) To provide a reason for its high taxes.
(c) To increase trade agreements.
(d) To prove their place in the world.

3. How many years does Paine think the aristocracy or monarchy will last after the writing of his pamphlet?
(a) Not more than seven years.
(b) Not more than twelve years.
(c) Not more than twenty five years.
(d) Not more than ten years.

4. How does Paine consider those who follow the Christian tales?
(a) He admires them.
(b) He has pity for them.
(c) He does have disdain for them.
(d) He does not have disdain for them.

5. What does Paine believe each generation should have?
(a) Its own ideals, but the values of the preceding government.
(b) The ideals and values of the preceding government.
(c) Its own ideals, values, and choices in government.
(d) Its own values, but the ideals of the preceding government.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many of the pamphlets printed in response to the Rights of Man does Paine consider worth remembering?

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

3. What label does Paine give to revelations that have not been witnessed?

4. How does Paine think that Christians are taught about the tales they learn?

5. What form does Satan take on in reappearing?

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