Understanding 'Of Revenge' by Francis Bacon

Understanding 'Of Revenge' by Francis Bacon

8th Grade

15 Qs

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Understanding 'Of Revenge' by Francis Bacon

Understanding 'Of Revenge' by Francis Bacon

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Quiz

English

8th Grade

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Scarlett Pack

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bacon describe revenge as?

A necessary evil

A form of wild justice

A noble act

A sign of strength

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Bacon, what should society do about the instinct for revenge?

Eliminate it through law

Ignore it

Celebrate it

Encourage it

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bacon say about a man who passes over an offense?

He is foolish

He is superior

He is weak

He is cowardly

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bacon suggest is the glory of a man?

To seek revenge

To pass by an offense

To hold grudges

To fight back

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bacon say about the past?

It is the key to the future

It is gone and irrevocable

It should be changed

It is important to dwell on

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivates people to commit wrongs, according to Bacon?

A need for revenge

A sense of justice

Self-interest

A desire to do wrong

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Bacon describe wrongdoing out of ill-nature?

As a noble act

As a natural occurrence

As a sign of strength

As a deliberate attack

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