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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his introduction, what does Levitt say he wants to replace with honest assessment?
(a) Conventional wisdom.
(b) Moral posturing.
(c) Dogma.
(d) Social bias.

2. What percentage of people actually pays for Paul Feldman's wares?
(a) 12%.
(b) 100%,
(c) 50%.
(d) 87%.

3. Paul Feldman makes his living delivering what to offices?
(a) Ink cartridges.
(b) Cheese trays.
(c) Paper.
(d) Bagels.

4. Which of the following is not affected by the rank of a sumo wrestler?
(a) His housing accomodations.
(b) His food.
(c) His entourage.
(d) His earnings.

5. What do obstetricians in lower birth-rate areas do more often?
(a) Spinal blocks.
(b) Ultrasounds.
(c) House calls.
(d) Caesarean sections.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is an action that Gyges undertakes in the story that ends Chapter 1?

2. In the media, what term is given to the new, more dangerous violent criminal in the 1990s?

3. In 1987, why did many people stop claiming fake children on their tax returns?

4. How many times a year are elite sumo tournaments held?

5. According to Levitt, what do experts use their knowledge for?

(see the answer key)

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