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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5: Asceticism and the Spirit of Capitalism.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the Quakers call an effrontery to brotherly love?
(a) Begging.
(b) Being idle.
(c) Not producing children.
(d) Withholding wealth.

2. How did Luther suggest his followers eliminate doubt?
(a) Stay kind to others.
(b) Focus on worldly deeds.
(c) Repent always.
(d) Attend church regularly.

3. What first appeared in Jesus Sirarch?
(a) A moment of weakness.
(b) A change in translation.
(c) A turn of deity.
(d) A personal calling.

4. What did John Wesley say possessions could lead to?
(a) New sects.
(b) Distraction.
(c) Pride.
(d) Lust.

5. What did Cromwell say happened when the peasants were hurt?
(a) The king lost power.
(b) Their loyalty was shaken.
(c) They turned away from religion.
(d) The entire commonwealth suffered.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Luther think caused different stations in life?

2. What religion are most business leaders in America?

3. Who does the author say was necessary for the success of the Reformation?

4. What does the author strongly state is NOT a part of Capitalism?

5. Where do men in the modern world have to prove their fitness?

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