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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: The Spirit of Capitalism.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did the author search to find the right definition of the spirit of capitalism for this book?
(a) History.
(b) Literature.
(c) Financial books.
(d) The dictionary.

2. What did Frederick I of Prussia tolerate about the religion he said was indispensable?
(a) Their refusal to pay taxes.
(b) Their refusal to be in the military.
(c) Their refusal to work on Sunday.
(d) Their refusal to wear normal clothing.

3. Where has Capitalism been the most successful?
(a) England.
(b) Europe.
(c) Asia.
(d) America.

4. Why does the author say a man should pay his debts on time?
(a) So he can remain honest.
(b) So he can be free.
(c) So he can borrow when he needs it.
(d) So he can lend money to others.

5. What does the author say a man needs to make money?
(a) All of these.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Money.
(d) Time.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which religion has lots of leaders who advance during times of persecution?

2. Why does the author choose to define the spirit of capitalism?

3. How is the percentage of Protestant graduates in Hungary in relation to Catholics?

4. What does the author say will most alter a population for the best?

5. Who established the Southern colonies?

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