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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Agragarian Justice.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the second part of the Rights of Man, when was Combining Principals and Practice written?
(a) 1799.
(b) 1789.
(c) 1792.
(d) 1782.

2. Why does Paine think the British are incapable of ruling America justly?
(a) They are too jealous.
(b) They are too powerful.
(c) They are too weak.
(d) They are not economically sound.

3. Where is Paine living when Burke's pamphlet is being published?
(a) Paris.
(b) Grenoble.
(c) Strasbourg.
(d) Bordeaux.

4. How many ancient tyrannies does Paine think comprise the English Constitution?
(a) None.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

5. What does Paine think is created between religions by the existence of certain churches?
(a) Animosity.
(b) Hypocrisy.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Placidity.

Short Answer 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?

2. What war does Paine believe might have been the inspiration for a Christian tale about the Almighty?

3. What part of the American Revolution received the most attention, according to Paine?

4. What happens if people refuse to obey a law they oppose?

5. What concerns Paine about how Burke's pamphlet is published?

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