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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: On the Creature Called Man, Chapter V: Man and Mythologies.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part I, Chapter 1, which of the following does Chesterton recommend doing?
(a) Rejecting science.
(b) Maintaining a universal perspective.
(c) Turning to religion for answers.
(d) Accepting mankind without explaining it.

2. Who does Chesterton claim to be the best judge of Christianity?
(a) A Confucian.
(b) A Christian.
(c) An atheist.
(d) An agnostic.

3. What does Chesterton say is the main fault with comparing religions?
(a) All of these.
(b) Confucianism is not a religion.
(c) False classification masks the uniqueness of the church.
(d) They do not resemble each other.

4. According to Chesterton, how do civilization and barbarism interact?
(a) They have always existed side-by-side.
(b) Civilization is a reaction to barbarism.
(c) They return in cycles.
(d) None of these.

5. What does Chesterton describe in the introduction as if being seen for the first time?
(a) A cathedral.
(b) St. Francis slaying the dragon.
(c) A horse.
(d) The church.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Chesterton, how does monotheism become polytheistic?

2. What place does Chesterton say was the center of antiquity?

3. What tactic does Chesterton recommend that people use to see Christianity more fairly?

4. Which of the following is a point Chesterton makes regarding the government of early man?

5. What does Chesterton refer to as a cornerstone of humanity?

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