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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Gray Champions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the Third Turning, what happens to institutions according to the authors?
(a) They destroy themselves.
(b) They gain momentum.
(c) They weaken.
(d) The strengthen.

2. When did the American saecular cycle begin?
(a) In the beginning of Ango-American modernity.
(b) During the Civil War.
(c) When King George III taxed America.
(d) At the start of World War I.

3. Through what do the cycles require rebirth?
(a) Work.
(b) Money.
(c) Recreation.
(d) Connections.

4. Why are the men of Mt. Rushmore together according to the authors?
(a) They were friends.
(b) They are from the same time period.
(c) The four archetypes function together.
(d) They are historical figures.

5. How often do new generations develop?
(a) Once every 50 years.
(b) About 10 years.
(c) Every 24-46 years.
(d) Every 17 to 24 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the clash of powerful personalities during the beginning of Anglo-American modernity?

2. From their order of experiences, what do the authors say generations form?

3. What were Jefferson and Reagan considered?

4. What should Americans expect concerning living standards in the future according to the authors?

5. What comprises the Second Turning according to the authors?

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