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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 does Chesterton say is important to note about the Iliad, the story of Troy?
(a) It shows us who the Greeks were.
(b) None of these.
(c) It is representative of the artistic sensibilities of the time.
(d) That its sympathies are with the vanquished not the victor.

2. Despite the level of sincerity a myth might be understood, what does Chesterton say is still present?
(a) Fundamental belief.
(b) Reality and religious sentiment.
(c) Superficiality.
(d) Skepticism.

3. Which of the following does Chesterton say of myths?
(a) They do not provide mankind with a creed.
(b) They are not a religion.
(c) All of these.
(d) They meet some of the needs of a religion.

4. How does Chesterton say a myth must be appreciated?
(a) As hints of a fundamental belief.
(b) With a poetical, childlike attitude.
(c) Metaphorically.
(d) In context of the people who created it.

5. What does Chesterton say started to infect Rome and weaken her moral standing?
(a) Desire for wealth.
(b) The worship of demons.
(c) Laziness.
(d) Sensuality from Greece.

Short Answer Questions

1. If men were like other animals, what does Chesterton argue that we should see?

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

3. What does Chesterton say is the relationship between reason and religion?

4. What importance does Chesterton give to the pace at which things go?

5. What does Chesterton say is strong roots for humanity?

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