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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapters I, II and III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While the writer explains man's reasoning for taking revenge, why can he himself not seek revenge?
(a) He is weak.
(b) His actions are never justified.
(c) He does not find virtue in it.
(d) Because of his illness.

2. What does the writer say being too conscious is?
(a) An illness.
(b) A weakness.
(c) A virtue.
(d) A blessing.

3. What does the writer think a man of action does when faced with a wall?
(a) Seeks assistance.
(b) Finds a solution.
(c) Gives up.
(d) Changes his approach.

4. What does the writer state would be his primary cause for any action?
(a) Pain.
(b) Glory.
(c) Honor.
(d) Spite.

5. When a man identifies the primary cause of an action, how does he go about this action?
(a) Cautiously.
(b) Calmly.
(c) With primary cause, there is no reason to take action.
(d) With force.

Short Answer Questions

1. What justification does the writer give for his behavior?

2. What does the writer say all men must accept?

3. While the writer admits that spite may not provide a valid reason for revenge, why does he then say this might occur?

4. The writer refers back to his discussion on revenge. What does he say is the primary cause of revenge?

5. During Part 1, Chapter 6, the writer discusses what he would have done if he had a career. What is it that the writer would have liked to do?

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