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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. Why do some laborers prefer to find loopholes in the system?
(a) They are not honest in nature.
(b) They are a laborer and not a master.
(c) They have no motivation for growth.
(d) They have no loyalty.

2. What did Puritans think pleased God most?
(a) When children were raised right.
(b) When men were happy.
(c) When his callings were fulfilled.
(d) When his word was preached.

3. What did the Reformation NOT get rid of?
(a) Religious ideals.
(b) Lack of education.
(c) Ethical dilemmas.
(d) Control over life.

4. How is the percentage of Catholic graduates in Bavaria in relation to Protestants?
(a) They are lagging.
(b) They are the same.
(c) They are much less.
(d) They are ahead.

5. How did Calvin think men could change the will of God?
(a) Through repentance.
(b) Through good deeds.
(c) Through prayer.
(d) None of these.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the author define credit?

2. What do most Protestants want to learn their craft for?

3. What do most Catholics do in school?

4. What word is used to describe the Catholic church in the 15th century?

5. Where did Luther get the idea for personal callings?

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