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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: On the Creature Called Man, Chapter VIII: The End of the World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What importance does Chesterton give to the pace at which things go?
(a) The pace at which things go determines their importance and influence.
(b) A fast pace makes things seem like a miracle.
(c) The pace at which things go makes no difference on how we perceive them.
(d) The real question is in why they go at all.

2. Why does Chesterton say men fight?
(a) For justice.
(b) For the love and protection of his home.
(c) To avoid fear and change.
(d) For the greater good.

3. In Part I, Chapter VII, what new thing does Chesterton say we need?
(a) Imagination in our world view.
(b) Standards for world creeds.
(c) A certification program for religions.
(d) A psychological history.

4. What does Chesterton say was the reaction of the populace to the rising Christian movement?
(a) Fear.
(b) Jealousy.
(c) Hate.
(d) Despair.

5. According to Chesterton, how do civilization and barbarism interact?
(a) They have always existed side-by-side.
(b) None of these.
(c) They return in cycles.
(d) Civilization is a reaction to barbarism.

Short Answer Questions

1. What difference does Chesterton assert between the antiquity of Egypt and Babylon on one hand and the antiquity of China on the other?

2. Where does Chesterton say the history of Rome is best understood?

3. How does Chesterton summarize the substance of pagan beliefs and mythologies?

4. What religious activity does Chesterton align with Carthage?

5. What does Chesterton say has been done too much to mythologies of the world?

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