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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book I, Chapters 10-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In contrast to syllogism, how did Aristotle explain the difference between the arguments in enthymemes?
(a) They were more specific.
(b) They were less specific.
(c) They were more formal.
(d) They were less formal.

2. What knowledge did Aristotle think was required by political rhetoric?
(a) At least two forms of government.
(b) The most effective forms of government.
(c) At least one form of government.
(d) Various forms of government.

3. How many different subjects of political oratory did Aristotle discuss in Book I, Chapter 4?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

4. According to Aristotle in Book I, Chapter 1, what was not a concern of rhetoric?
(a) A vague subject.
(b) An academic subject.
(c) A specific subject.
(d) A hypothetical subject.

5. How many non-technical means of persuasion did Aristotle discuss in Book I, Chapter 15?
(a) Four.
(b) Five.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many causes of human action did Aristotle detail in Book I, Chapter 10?

2. What definition did Aristotle provide for rhetoric in Book I, Chapter 2?

3. How did Aristotle explain the binding extent of contracts?

4. Based on the information in Book I, Chapter 12, when did people commit crimes?

5. What were three examples of the voluntary causes for human action listed by Aristotle?

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