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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, An Historical Sketch of Babylon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are people who rely on fate seldom happy?
(a) Fate only brings sadness.
(b) Fate is demanding.
(c) Fate takes away as quickly as she gives.
(d) Fate doesn't give people enough.

2. Who is favored by the Goddess of Good Luck?
(a) Men of mystery.
(b) Men of will.
(c) Men of action.
(d) Men of truth.

3. What was the greatest achievement of Babylon?
(a) The buildings.
(b) The irrigation canals.
(c) The statues.
(d) The roads.

4. What is the lesson of the second story?
(a) Collect collateral for loans.
(b) Recognize the benefit of being a moneylender.
(c) Be greedy.
(d) Learn to accept gifts.

5. In order to earn more, what does Arkad say to do?
(a) Spend less.
(b) Have a smaller family.
(c) Work two jobs.
(d) Learn more.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has a tattoo like those of a sailor?

2. On what should Rodan not throw his money away?

3. What is the lesson of the first story?

4. What does Arkad tell people to include in their budget?

5. What do the gathered men try to discuss?

(see the answer key)

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