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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Rights of Man, Part I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Paine categorize Howe's victories?
(a) Unnecessary.
(b) Pointless.
(c) Accidental.
(d) Unfortunate.

2. What does Paine believe will happen with time?
(a) His views will never become accepted or favored.
(b) His views will become accepted, but not favored.
(c) His views will become accepted and possibly favored.
(d) His views will become favored, but not accepted.

3. How does Paine describe society?
(a) As a perfect model.
(b) As a good example.
(c) As a gift.
(d) As a blessing.

4. According to Paine, whose role in the French Revolution should not be diminished?
(a) George Washington.
(b) Benjamin Franklin.
(c) John Adams.
(d) Abraham Lincoln.

5. What types of goals should the members of the elected have?
(a) The same goals as half of the body.
(b) The same goals as the largest populated cities.
(c) The same goals as the body.
(d) The same goals as other countries.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the result of using faith for political reasons?

2. Which religious group of people does Paine think are persecuted?

3. Since all men are created equal, what does Paine consider aristocracy to be?

4. When was the law invented that took the freedom away from the English subjects?

5. Which one of the following is not included in the natural rights Paine believes should be retained by people after they are born?

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