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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In ordinary logic, _____ reigns.

2. What is a "procemium?"

3. The author states that the work is only a beginning that developing this philosophy is starting the real _____ of the human race.

4. Ultimately, man is nature's _____.

5. How many parts are there to the work?

Short Essay Questions

1. Briefly describe the overall purpose and any of the first part title "The Divisions of the Sciences."

2. What is the next step in the work? What tools can be used to accomplish the necessary tasks?

3. What is Bacon's advice to the people who would spend the majority of their time reading books on arts and sciences?

4. Explain the culture needed for an observer.

5. What is Francis Bacon's main complaint about people realizing their strengths and weaknesses?

6. Why did Francis Bacon apologize to King James I in his dedication to "The Great Instauration?" What did Bacon say?

7. Explain the third part of the work and its connection to phenomena.

8. What are Bacon's thoughts on the advancement of philosophy?

9. What is the opinion of the average man regarding the advancement of sciences?

10. Why did Bacon feel experiments were necessary to prove one's logic?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a detailed short story from the point of view of one of the sailors when landing on Bensalem. Explore every aspect of the island from the food to the terrain, animals, hosts, and climate. Incorporate characters from the text in a new and unique way.

Essay Topic 2

Friedrich Nietzsche had a great deal to say about nature's part in philosophy. Read a biography on Nietzsche to learn about his career, philosophy and thoughts on nature. Compare them to those held by Bacon.

Essay Topic 3

The governor feels very strongly about the rules attached to morality on Bensalem. List some of the rules regarding piety, morality and chastity held by the government of Bensalem. Compare them to the same thoughts in other countries, particularly in Europe. Explain why the governor feels so strongly about this topic.

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