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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 Give and Take.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Bateson, which of the following forces adds the most stress to marriages?
(a) External forces.
(b) Personal forces.
(c) Internal forces.
(d) Religious forces.

2. How did the doctors respond to Joan's activities program?
(a) They treated her equally, with great respect.
(b) They were slow to recognize it.
(c) They were astounded that a woman could create such a successful program.
(d) They ignored Joan and the program completely.

3. Which of the following animals does Joan often compare herself to?
(a) An elephant.
(b) A bird.
(c) A cat.
(d) A starfish.

4. What is Joan's main priority in life?
(a) Her husband's professional work.
(b) Making a nice home and raising her children.
(c) Her own academic pursuits at Berkeley.
(d) Making money to take her family on lavish vacations.

5. What does the term "tweeded" refer to?
(a) All of the answers are true.
(b) An aversion to change.
(c) A mindset.
(d) A manner of dress.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Alice when her younger brother was born?

2. In what state is Spelman College located?

3. Which of Bateson's parents left for long work duties during the war?

4. What color is Ellen's hair?

5. According to Bateson, what do humans tend to believe about society?

(see the answer key)

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