Question 1
The work of Blaise Pascal
A) succeeded in uniting Christianity and science.
B) prioritized reason over faith.
C) firmly rejected the teachings of Christianity.
D) asserted that finite man was made secure and powerful in the new infinite world.
E) believed that reason had limitations.
Question 2
Article X of the Covenant of the League of Nations called for
A) collective security.
B) racial equality for all member nations.
C) disarmament.
D) self-determination.
E) None of these are correct.
Question 3
In his work Penses, Pascal
A) showed that science and religion were incompatible.
B) popularized the scientific method.
C) offered his thoughts on the heliocentric theory.
D) attempted to convince rationalists that Christianity was valid by appealing to their reason and emotions.
E) advocated the importance of quiet contemplation instead of public scientific discourse.