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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Age of Reason.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Introduction, what does Paine state about the thoughts of the book?
(a) They are popular for half of the country.
(b) They may have been popular at an earlier date.
(c) They are popular for all of the country.
(d) They may not be popular.

2. What river are the American troops preparing to cross as Paine describes their trials and tribulations?
(a) The Missouri.
(b) The Hudson.
(c) The Mississippi.
(d) The Delaware.

3. Which one of the following is not included in the natural rights Paine believes should be retained by people after they are born?
(a) The right to be provided for.
(b) The right to stand up for a cause.
(c) The right to procure happiness.
(d) The right to practice religion.

4. What city did the British incorrectly assume was the center of America when they attacked it?
(a) Baltimore.
(b) Philadelphia.
(c) New York.
(d) Dallas.

5. What does Paine surmise Burke's view of government entails?
(a) Government should be controlled by the people.
(b) People should only control some forms of government.
(c) People should be controlled by government.
(d) Government should only control some people.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many books did Burke publish after the Rights of Man was released?

2. What does Paine use examples from scripture to explain?

3. What should the main purpose of a Constitution be?

4. What is the English government's position on the French Revolution?

5. What form does Satan take on in reappearing?

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