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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, A Discourse on the Moral Effects of the Arts and Sciences, Part II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the most popular form of government in Europe during Rousseau's time?
(a) Capitalism.
(b) Enlightened Despotism.
(c) Democracy.
(d) Monarchy.

2. What does Rousseau say arts and sciences restrict?
(a) Wisdom.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Ability to think.
(d) Liberty.

3. Who attacked art and science according to Rousseau?
(a) Socrates.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Hobbes.
(d) Plato.

4. What does Rousseau argue enlightenment usually produces?
(a) Better rulers.
(b) Better life for everyone.
(c) Laziness.
(d) Luxury.

5. What is needed by arts according to Rousseau?
(a) Riches.
(b) Museums.
(c) Paint.
(d) Intelligence.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rousseau think artistic progress produces?

2. What does laziness do to men according to Rousseau?

3. When did Rousseau die?

4. What does Rousseau say men can hide from open discernment?

5. What are the growing illegalities based on according to Rousseau?

(see the answer key)

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