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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Toffler propose as a method for dealing with future shock?
(a) Situational groups.
(b) Revolution.
(c) Therapy.
(d) Subcults.

2. What effect does Toffler say technology will have on education in the future?
(a) There will be more alternative schools.
(b) Standardized tests will rule the classrooms.
(c) Computerized testing will centralize education.
(d) Curricula will be standardized.

3. What part of spring break does Toffler say makes it worthwhile for beach communities?
(a) Student energy.
(b) Influx of talent and intellect.
(c) Student volunteers.
(d) Student spending.

4. With whom does a person have medium-term relationships, according to Toffler?
(a) Neighbors.
(b) Barbers.
(c) Clerks.
(d) Family.

5. What can people develop to mitigate future shock?
(a) Future shock dampeners.
(b) Future shock absorbers.
(c) Future shock intuition.
(d) Future shock buffers.

Short Answer Questions

1. How have careers changed in super-industrial culture?

2. What do people need to develop for the coming future, in Toffler's opinion?

3. In what way is spring break in Ft. Lauderdale exemplary of super-industrial culture?

4. What fields will spur the movement that affects choice in the future?

5. What industry does Toffler cite as an example of Americans' choices?

(see the answer key)

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