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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: On the Man Called Christ, Chapter IV: The Witness of the Heretics.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Chesterton say is the simplest truth about mankind?
(a) Mankind is made in the image of God.
(b) Mankind is the only religious being.
(c) Mankind is a very strange being.
(d) Mankind is a microcosm of the universe.

2. What does Chesterton say a newcomer would notice is NOT in the New Testament?
(a) Explanations.
(b) The direct influence of God.
(c) Platitudes.
(d) Descriptions.

3. What does Chesterton say is the real rival to the the Church of Christ?
(a) Professors.
(b) Familiarity.
(c) Science.
(d) Paganism.

4. What does Chesterton make a point of making clear about the manger where Christ was born?
(a) That it was a link to agrarian roots.
(b) That the connection with animals is central.
(c) None of these.
(d) That it was also a cave.

5. Chesterton called the Church the mortal enemy of what movement?
(a) Aescetic.
(b) Manichean.
(c) Gnostic.
(d) Pacifist.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Chesterton say of the more advanced non-western cultures?

2. Which of the following best describes Chesterton's view of the theory of evolution?

3. How does Chesterton summarize the substance of pagan beliefs and mythologies?

4. What does Chesterton say are the most realistic descriptions in the New Testament?

5. What accepted social practice common in Christ's time does Chesterton use to exemplify how his teachings are not bound to them?

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