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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How are the dispositions that form the difference of talents of various professions considered?
(a) They are considered inconsequential.
(b) They are considered a hindrance to progress.
(c) They are considered obstacles to overcome.
(d) They are considered useful.

2. What becomes the common instrument of commerce when barter ceases?
(a) Money.
(b) Gold.
(c) Silver.
(d) Gem stones.

3. What is the state of the greater part of the laboring poor in all countries?
(a) Their revenue is derived from their labor only.
(b) Their revenue is not enough for sustenance.
(c) Their labor is sporadic and not continual.
(d) Their labor is not enough for sustenance.

4. What is a common characteristic for a workman under division of labor?
(a) Every workman is equal to every other workman.
(b) Every workman has the means to improve himself.
(c) Every workman produces more than he needs.
(d) Every workman has increased purchasing power.

5. What does the author consider to be a wasteful use of gold?
(a) Flatware.
(b) Goblets.
(c) Gilding and plating.
(d) Picture frames.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the idea of division of labor come about?

2. What causes the difference between a philosopher and a street porter?

3. A part of which area was included in ancient Scythia?

4. What happens in every country that employs an increase in stock?

5. What is the sole end and purpose both of the fixed and circulating capitals?

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