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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Conclusion: The Summary of This Book and Appendices.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what does Chesterton's friend say the spire of a village church is originated?
(a) The peak of a mountain.
(b) An attempt to reach closer to God.
(c) Phallic worship of antiquity.
(d) Pointing to the heavens.

2. How does Chesterton classify the natural progression of myth and religion?
(a) From the simple to the complex.
(b) From the false to the true.
(c) From the godly to the human.
(d) From the pagan to the Christian.

3. How does Chesterton wish to view and discuss the earth?
(a) From an astronomical standpoint.
(b) In a familiar fashion.
(c) As the most important planet.
(d) From a scientific viewpoint.

4. What does Chesterton say has been done too much to mythologies of the world?
(a) Look for common themes.
(b) Study them scientifically.
(c) Analyze their origins.
(d) All of these.

5. What does Chesterton think physical anthropologists do to excess?
(a) Glorify their theories.
(b) Name the objects of their theories.
(c) Theorize from very little evidence.
(d) Invest themselves into their theories.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Chesterton characterize the approach of Hannibal to Rome?

2. What does Chesterton compare to the variation found in cheeses or wine?

3. Chesterton called the Church the mortal enemy of what movement?

4. According to Chesterton, how do mythologies differ from religion?

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

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