Marriage and Single Life MCQs & Summary

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1. : What is the main theme of Bacon’s essay Of Marriage and Single Life?
(A) The advantages of marriage over single life
(B) The comparison between married and single life
(C) The necessity of marriage for success
(D) The disadvantages of single life

2. : According to Bacon, which type of people make the best public servants?
(A) Married men
(B) Single men
(C) Wealthy men
(D) Religious men

3. : What does Bacon suggest about married men?
(A) They are more devoted to public duties
(B) They are more responsible and cautious
(C) They are ambitious and selfish
(D) They are more likely to be corrupt

4. : How does Bacon describe single men in terms of generosity?
(A) They are more charitable
(B) They are selfish and greedy
(C) They lack ambition
(D) They are more prone to revenge

5. : What does Bacon believe about unmarried men in positions of power?
(A) They are more dedicated to their profession
(B) They are unreliable
(C) They are easily influenced
(D) They lack leadership skills

6. : According to Bacon, why do some men avoid marriage?
(A) Fear of financial burden
(B) Lack of romantic interest
(C) Desire for complete freedom and ambition
(D) Religious reasons

7. : What is one advantage Bacon attributes to married men?
(A) They are more adventurous
(B) They are better at accumulating wealth
(C) They are more disciplined and careful
(D) They are more likely to be philosophers

8. : How does Bacon describe wives in Of Marriage and Single Life?
(A) As a necessary burden
(B) As companions and helpers
(C) As obstacles to success
(D) As sources of financial gain

9. : What does Bacon say about single men and risk-taking?
(A) They are more cautious
(B) They are more reckless
(C) They are more successful
(D) They avoid innovation

10. : What is Bacon’s final conclusion about marriage and single life?
(A) Marriage is always better than being single
(B) Both have their advantages and disadvantages
(C) Single men are happier
(D) Married men are more successful

Question	Answer
Essay Name	Of Marriage and Single Life
Author	Francis Bacon
Year Written	Before 1625
Year Published	1625
Essay Type	Philosophical/Reflective Essay
Main Theme	Pros and cons of marriage and single life
View on Married Men	More responsible but less ambitious
View on Single Men	More ambitious and charitable
View on Wives	Companions and helpers in life
Key Argument	Marriage and single life have distinct advantages
Final Message	The choice depends on individual priorities

Marriage and Single Life MCQs & Summary
By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: June 4, 2025

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