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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II, Chapters 1-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Aristotle define calmness?
(a) The opposite of anger.
(b) The same as boredom.
(c) The opposite of excitement.
(d) The same as normal.

2. How many causes of human action did Aristotle detail in Book I, Chapter 10?
(a) Ten.
(b) Eight.
(c) Five.
(d) Seven.

3. How did Aristotle define democracy in Book 2, Chapter 8?
(a) The freedom of its citizens.
(b) A representative elected by the majority.
(c) Three branches of a government.
(d) Two forms of government.

4. Who did Aristotle think calmness was felt towards?
(a) Those who a person did not feel sympathy for.
(b) Those who a person understood.
(c) Those who a person did not feel injustice against.
(d) Those who a person felt sorry for.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Aristotle think a political orator should convince an audience of their plan?

2. According to Aristotle, what was the most basic cause of pleasure?

3. Which one of the following was an example of national defense provided in Book I, Chapter 4?

4. As explained in Book II, Chapter 4, what type of friends were people most likely to choose?

5. With the ethical appeal, what would the speaker be attempting to convey to the audience?

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