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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2c, New Atlantis, a Work Unfinished (The Father of Salomon's House).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following countries had laws against immigrants?
(a) Peru.
(b) America.
(c) India.
(d) China.

2. The governor informs the sailors that they would use the island's _____ to provide ship repair.
(a) Revenues.
(b) Trade relations.
(c) Craftsmen.
(d) Materials.

3. What years did the King serve England?
(a) 1601-1628.
(b) 1616-1651.
(c) 1610-1639.
(d) 1603-1625.

4. Of the philosophers attempt to amend simple human observation with ridiculous _____.
(a) Subtlety.
(b) Theories.
(c) Determinations.
(d) Conclusions.

5. What is the definition of the word feigned?
(a) Invented.
(b) Struck.
(c) Formed.
(d) Delivered.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the total number of sailors on the ship?

2. What was one of the names given to the group that was responsible for conducting experiments?

3. According to island law, a person must wait at least ____ month(s) between the first interview and marriage.

4. Bacon begs the King to be a ____ and respecter of the Sciences.

5. What term does Bacon use to describe syllogism?

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